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120 sats \ 3 replies \ @DarthCoin OP 23 Oct \ parent \ on: Darthcoin journey on Stacker News bitcoin
I was an IT tecnical consultant for 25 years. Somwhow yes like an engineer, being the link between end users and the coders.
I understand both of them and most of the time they cannot find the common language.
Many times I was sent to be e mediator between them and also because I had a lot of training and experience in hardware systems. That way I was the one that could make the whole solution for a client starting fom just listening the end user needs and knowing the skills of the coders and putting everything in the right hardware.
I've built many compkex systems like that, even with SAP.
Yes that's why I was able to test so many bitcoin wallets, apps and solutions for merchants. I listen them and then writting the right guide for them.
That link between users and coders is super important. I don’t spend time writing code anymore, but I was an engineer for 10+ years—from working close to bare metal (i.e., firmware & embedded programming on CDMA/GSM chipsets) to front-end consumer applications—so I completely understand what you mean.
For better or worse, devs tend to live in their own world, often lacking empathy for end users. It happens at all levels of the hardware + software stack.
(It’s probably the same autistic tendencies that make certain people exceptionally good at coding, but at the same time, it’s their Achilles' heel.)
This disconnect is so prevalent in tech that a company like Apple can come in and create a trillion-dollar business just by being insanely focused on user experience at all levels of the hardware + software stack. It’s mind-blowing.
I think we’re witnessing the same phenomenon in Bitcoin. A lot of devs like to tinker with cool things, but barely have experience dealing with end users on a day-to-day basis. Most devs hate doing that; they just want to code. As a result, a lot of projects in Bitcoin so far are cool AF from an engineering perspective, but not sustainable long-term because they don't actually solve a real problem for end users. I hope that changes as Bitcoin matures. Voices like yours are important in bringing about that change. Cheers!
P.S. Would love to hear your feedback on Nunchuk when you have a chance.
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Would love to hear your feedback on Nunchuk
I've tested and used Nunchuck for a while. I like it.
For users that want more security for an onchain wallet is very good.
For me personally is not necessary. I keep my onchain wallets in a certain way, more simple way (I know what am I doing).
Nunchuck definitely is a wallet that should be used by many bitcoiners, especially the noobs and those not so techy.
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Cool and thanks! Our goal is to continue making self-custody easier and more accessible. It's crucial IMHO, especially with the rise of ETFs and governments looking to make self-custody illegal or cost-prohibitive—to effectively close the exit door as the fiat system runs its course.
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