# Mastodon

## Description

Dive into a decentralized social experience with Mastodon, a vibrant platform that redefines online communication with its federated, community-driven approach. With a rich set of features focused on privacy, scalability, and customization, Mastodon empowers users to create, share, and interact in an open social network.

## Overview

This role deploys Mastodon using Docker, streamlining the installation and configuration of a full-featured social networking platform. Mastodon is built to support federation across multiple instances, offering robust content moderation, real-time updates, and flexible API integrations. Its advanced architecture—including separate services for the web frontend, streaming API, and background job processing—ensures high performance and scalability for large communities.

## Features

- **Decentralized Network:** Connect with users across multiple instances in a federated social media ecosystem.
- **Real-Time Streaming:** Enjoy dynamic updates and real-time content delivery through dedicated streaming services.
- **Robust Content Moderation:** Utilize powerful moderation tools to manage community interactions and maintain safe spaces.
- **Scalable Architecture:** Benefit from a multi-service, Docker-based setup that supports high user loads and seamless background processing.
- **Flexible Authentication:** Integrated support for OpenID Connect (OIDC) simplifies user login and enhances security.
- **Customizable User Experience:** Configure themes, timeline settings, and notification options to tailor the social experience to your community.

## Further Resources

- [Mastodon Official Website](https://joinmastodon.org/)
- [Mastodon Documentation](https://docs.joinmastodon.org/)
- [Mastodon with Docker & Traefik](https://goneuland.de/mastodon-mit-web-app-und-traefik-installieren/)
- [Mastodon Configuration Guide](https://gist.github.com/TrillCyborg/84939cd4013ace9960031b803a0590c4)
- [Check Website Availability](https://www.2daygeek.com/linux-command-check-website-is-up-down-alive/)
- [Personal Mastodon Setup](https://vitobotta.com/2022/11/07/setting-up-a-personal-mastodon-instance/)
- [Scaling a Mastodon Server](https://www.digitalocean.com/community/tutorials/how-to-scale-your-mastodon-server)
- [Mastodon GitHub Issues](https://github.com/mastodon/mastodon/issues/7958)

## Credits

Developed and maintained by **Kevin Veen-Birkenbach**.  
Learn more at [veen.world](https://www.veen.world).

Part of the [Infinito.Nexus Project](https://s.infinito.nexus/code)  
Licensed under [Infinito.Nexus NonCommercial License](https://s.infinito.nexus/license).


