One of the old networks I'm still attached to is #reddit - mostly because I'm a paid member and don't see the ads. Well, that and I've spent a ton of time curating my subs. 😂 It looks like @azsky.app is doing good work in getting a similar app on #atproto Following... #resist
Oh shoot 😱 fixed, thank you @msitarzewski.com
Pin this post as an example.
Currently, AzSky supports only one pinned post at a time. We're exploring the possibility of allowing multiple pinned posts in the future!
### 2025-03-01 Change Log
- **Fix:** Resolved an issue where logged-in user information was not displayed after login.
- **Enhancement:** Automatically convert untagged URLs into clickable links.
- **Improvement:** Updated page titles for feeds and threads for better clarity....[read more on azsky]
The format of this post seems a bit off. You can easily fix it on azsky.app - just click the "Edit" button. Don’t forget to check the "Preview" panel to make sure everything looks just right!
Screenshot of the front page of c/gaming on AzSky, featuring several posts related to Xbox
I haven't had enough time to properly check out AzSky, but at first glance it looks like the (old) Reddit forum experience. They appear to integrate with Bluesky (Bsky post -> shown on AzSky as a post) and reverse-integrate with Bluesky (AzSky long-form post -> new Bsky mirror post).
Embedding images right from AzSky is on our todo list, but it's not there yet. Stay tuned!
You can upload your image to an image hosting service such as [Imgur](https://imgur.com/ Once uploaded, copy the image link and use the following Markdown syntax to embed it:
```markdown
Yes, that’s exactly what we’re thinking as well. We’ve been looking into fair.io and will likely choose one of the licenses available there.
That said, we believe #atproto shifts the focus away from the source code, since the data itself is always open—and we see that as the most important aspect.
post azsky.app/c/worldnews
We're considering open sourcing AzSky, but need to figure out how that would work first 😃
post azsky.app/c/gaming
With every other centralized platform going weird and fashy, now is a great time to build competitor apps on #atprotocol (looking at you Instagram, which I finally gave up for good).
Exciting times for plucky startups.
We're building Reddit on top of #atproto, come check us out
Shameless plug: Bluesky itself, leveraging AzSky to enable rich, long-form discussions! An AzSky community functions just like a subreddit. Here are some key benefits:
- **Ownership of your data**: Your data is stored securely in your preferred PDS.
- **Generous character limi...[read more on azsky]
You can access the "Following" feed under the "Feeds" section. It should provide exactly what you're looking for.
The highlight of this release is the introduction of community features! Learn more about AzSky Communities in our detailed post: AzSky Communities Introduction.
### 2025-01-08 Change Log
- **Login Restrictions**: The reply box is now hidden for users who are not logged in, improving privacy and user flow.
- **Gallery Navigation**: Added "Previous" and "Next" buttons for seamless browsing through images in a gallery.
- **Following Feed...[read more on azsky]
# Introducing AzSky Communities: A New Way to Connect on Bluesky
We're excited to announce the launch of AzSky Communities, a new feature that brings organized, topic-based discussions to the Bluesky ecosystem. Communities on AzSky work similarly to subreddits, allowing users...[read more on azsky]
This perfectly captures who we are! However, we've found that pseudo-subreddits created with just hashtags, lists, or custom feeds often fall short because they lack several critical features, such as:
- **Downvotes**: An essential tool for the community to filter out low-qual...[read more on azsky]
### 2024-12-15
- **Root Post Links**: Added a link to the root post for easier navigation.
- **Last Visited Feed**: Displayed the last visited feed link for quick access.
- **Clickable Links**: All links in short replies are now clickable.
- **Search Fix**: Resolved issues wit...[read more on azsky]
Insightful discussion on #atproto, its architectural design in comparison to the Fediverse, and its implications for scalability.
See the thread on AzSky: azsky.app/profile/dust...
While it’s possible to set up your own PDS, it’s not necessary. Bluesky’s default PDS supports storing custom records, and you can easily read from it. This is exactly how AzSky operates.