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NFT Community Hub - A Read-Only Safe Space for NFT Communities

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DEV's Worldwide Show and Tell Challenge Submission 🎥

This is a submission for the DEV's Worldwide Show and Tell Challenge Presented by Mux

What I Built

NFT Community Hub is a community-first web platform built for my Facebook group with 3K+ NFT collectors, artists, and creators. Unlike marketplaces that require risky wallet connections, we keep every interaction strictly read-only - zero risk, maximum safety. Artists get free exposure, collectors discover quality NFTs safely, and our community grows through collaboration, not fear.

Key Features:

  • Read-only wallet verification (no transfers possible)
  • Gallery for NFT showcases
  • Community-curated collections
  • Proposal board with governance voting
  • Learning resources and security guides
  • Admin moderation system

My Pitch Video

Demo

Live Demo: https://nftcommunity.vercel.app/

Testing Instructions:

Option 1: Quick Browse (No Login Required)

  1. Visit: https://nftcommunity.vercel.app/
  2. Navigate to "Gallery" - see NFT showcases
  3. Navigate to "Collections" - browse curated collections
  4. Navigate to "Proposals" - view community proposals
  5. Navigate to "Learning" - access educational resources
  6. Navigate to "Security" - view security guides

Option 2: Full Experience (With Wallet - Recommended)

  1. Visit: https://nftcommunity.vercel.app/
  2. Click "Connect Wallet" (optional but recommended)
  3. Sign message - read-only, completely safe (no transactions possible)
  4. Browse features with full access
  5. Test gallery, collections, proposals

Important Notes:

  • All wallet interactions are read-only - no transfers are possible
  • No funds are at risk - you're only signing a message
  • You can disconnect anytime
  • All features work without wallet connection (limited functionality)

GitHub Repository: [Not shared publicly - code available upon request]

The Story Behind It

I run a Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/173861991846648) with 3K+ NFT community members who were struggling with:

  • No safe way to showcase NFTs - Every platform required risky wallet connections
  • Fear of scams - Wallet hacks and phishing attacks are everywhere
  • Need for free exposure - Artists can't afford marketplace fees
  • Lack of community curation - No trusted way to discover quality NFTs

There's a massive gap in the NFT space for a read-only, community-first platform that prioritizes safety and education over trading. With 3K+ active community members and growing, there's clear demand for a safe space where artists can showcase, collectors can discover, and communities can collaborate without wallet risk.

What Makes It Special:

  • First read-only NFT platform - No one else offers zero-risk wallet connection
  • Community-first approach - Built for my Facebook group, by the community
  • Free for artists - No marketplace fees unlike OpenSea/Rarible
  • Safety-first design - Education and security built-in
  • Governance system - Community votes on features

Technical Highlights

Tech Stack:

  • Frontend: Next.js 16 (App Router) with TypeScript, Material UI, Framer Motion
  • Wallet Integration: wagmi + viem (read-only signatures only - no eth_sendTransaction calls)
  • Backend: Next.js API Routes, MongoDB Atlas, Cloudflare R2
  • APIs: Reservoir API for NFT data, WalletConnect v2 for multi-wallet support

Technical Approach:

  • Read-only wallet verification - Nonce-based authentication, signature-only flow
  • On-chain ownership verification - Server-side checks using Reservoir API
  • Community governance - Wallet-based voting system with MongoDB persistence
  • Admin moderation - Role-based access control with moderation logs
  • Scalable architecture - Serverless-friendly, MongoDB for data, R2 for media

What Makes It Unique Technically:

  • First platform to implement truly read-only wallet connections (no transaction methods)
  • Community-driven curation with on-chain verification
  • Safety-first architecture with education built-in

Impact:

  • 3K+ Facebook group members actively using the platform
  • Zero wallet incidents - read-only approach works
  • Growing submissions - artists finding value in free exposure
  • Active governance - community proposals driving feature development

Core Features (Fully Working):

  • ✅ Read-only wallet verification
  • ✅ Gallery with NFT showcases
  • ✅ Collections browsing (curated)
  • ✅ Proposal board with voting
  • ✅ Admin moderation system
  • ✅ Learning & security pages
  • ✅ Profile system

Features In Progress:

  • 🚧 Watchlist alerts (API ready)
  • 🚧 Real-time notifications
  • 🚧 Advanced analytics dashboard

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Built with ❤️ for the NFT community. Safety first, always read-only.

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