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@dajb I bumped into a number of planned IETF charters (via @lisarue, thank you).
I don't know if this is relevant to #OpenBadges at all (sometimes I get confused when all info I find is related to education domains), and thought to pass this on, just in case..
https://github.com/ietf-artarea/charters/blob/main/diem/charter.md
PS. I also noticed that https://openbadges.org website is down.
We are VERY excited about all the features landing in the next release! However, we’re also introducing one big breaking change—and that’s the purpose of this post. WE ENCOURAGE EVERYONE USING BADGEFED TO CREATE A DATABASE BACKUP BEFORE UPGRADING.
(GO, do it now, we will wait for you and then continue reading this post.)
Don’t worry: if you forget, chances are you won’t lose data, but recovery may be trickier. If you can, please back up first.
mydomain.db. The previous single default filename is no longer used by default.SQLITE_DB_PATH to your desired (or current) filename (for example, badgefed.db).badgefed.db (or backup), copy it to the data directory, and rename it to the new domain-based filename.The 0.1.1 release and full release notes are coming soon!
Badge up!
You can read the article "BadgeFed 0.1.1 — Breaking change: per-domain database filenames" by @mapachehere as well.
#badgefed #fediverse #openbadges #update #activitypub #sqlite #federationHey Fediverse! 👋
We’ve been quiet… but not idle. Forget waiting for long blog posts, time for micro updates.
Today’s news:
We’ve got a few BadgeFed instances live and federating! 🏅
To make it happen, we did a hardcore backend rewrite to support multiple domains on a single machine.
For most, it’s a niche cost-saving move, but it might be useful for others too. Under the hood: each domain runs its own SQLite DB, with backups in place.
But this isn’t just about the tech, the fun part is seeing multiple BadgeFed servers talking to each other (!!). Follow them, check the thread, boost it, and watch for more as they come online!
You can read the article "BadgeFed Update: Multiple Instances Online!" by @mapachehere as well.
#badgefed #fediverse #openbadges #update #activitypub #sqlite #federationHey Fediverse! 👋
We’ve been quiet… but not idle. Forget waiting for long blog posts, time for micro updates.
Today’s news:
We’ve got a few BadgeFed instances live and federating! 🏅
To make it happen, we did a hardcore backend rewrite to support multiple domains on a single machine.
For most, it’s a niche cost-saving move, but it might be useful for others too. Under the hood: each domain runs its own SQLite DB, with backups in place.
But this isn’t just about the tech, the fun part is seeing multiple BadgeFed servers talking to each other (!!). Follow them, check the thread, boost it, and watch for more as they come online!
You can read the article "BadgeFed Update: Multiple Instances Online!" by @mapachehere as well.
#badgefed #fediverse #openbadges #update #activitypub #sqlite #federationIt's important to help folks avoid works that will genuinely leave them sobbing in a corner all weekend with flashbacks. That's legitimate!
But in this day and age, having obvious, visible content warnings means that malicious actors can just search for them and get works pulled down.
Agency! yay!
@zkat just brainstorming a bit here, and in no way experienced with the cryptography concepts involved. So maybe just silly thoughts..
I always wondered why #OpenBadges are so often associated with the narrow field of education. They have broad applicability. Maybe bending them a bit for different use cases as the ones you think about may be possible? Have that technology base as starting point. There's an #ActivityPub fedi project called @badgefed too.
I'm nearly ready to launch a public invite-only #BadgeFed instance. I'm offering free access to nonprofit and volunteer organizations in exchange for a few months of feedback. I am looking probably 2-3 organizations.
If your group wants to test Open Badges (aka open credentials, badges, verification) issuance, help shape early features, and influence a community‑focused/fediverse enabled credentialing platform, please reply or reach out!
Thanks for boosting to increase reach!
I'm nearly ready to launch a public invite-only #BadgeFed instance. I'm offering free access to nonprofit and volunteer organizations in exchange for a few months of feedback. I am looking probably 2-3 organizations.
If your group wants to test Open Badges (aka open credentials, badges, verification) issuance, help shape early features, and influence a community‑focused/fediverse enabled credentialing platform, please reply or reach out!
Thanks for boosting to increase reach!
After a few rough weeks where I did not know if I would be still employed afterwards, I survived, and it is shitty and everything, but I got some energy for my personal projects.
I started today with addressing feedback from @andypiper to embed badges from #badgefed into your own sites.
After a few rough weeks where I did not know if I would be still employed afterwards, I survived, and it is shitty and everything, but I got some energy for my personal projects.
I started today with addressing feedback from @andypiper to embed badges from #badgefed into your own sites.
Hey Fediverse! 👋
We just wrapped up an amazing FediForum June 2025 a week ago, and BadgeFed was right in the thick of it! Here’s a recap of what we did, what we learned, and what’s next for decentralized badges.
BadgeFed had the honor of presenting and hosting two unconference sessions and showing off our work in one speed demo slots (watch the demo). The energy was fantastic; lots of curiosity, sharp questions, and a real hunger for open standards in the credentialing space.
A big theme at FediForum was specs and open standards. We’re right there with you! That’s why we’ve enhanced our technical documentation to explain exactly how BadgeFed uses ActivityPub and OpenBadges together:
Read more in our DETAILS.md.
We heard you: people want to try BadgeFed! Right now, it’s a solo setup (one admin, one Docker container), but we’re working hard to make it easier for others to deploy, configure, and even federate their own instances. Stay tuned for updates on multi-admin support and streamlined onboarding.
One of the most important pieces of feedback we received was about badge discoverability vs. timeline spam (see the issue). We want badges to be easy to find and share, but we also don’t want to flood the Fediverse with unwanted posts. This is now our top priority, we’re rethinking how verbose BadgeFed should be, and exploring opt-in/opt-out models for badge visibility and hashtag use.
We’re also working on ways to let you embed badges in your blog or add them to your Mastodon profile. More news on that soon!
FediForum was a fantastic experience, huge thanks to everyone who attended, gave feedback, and showed interest in decentralized credentials. Let’s keep building a more open, verifiable, and user-empowered Fediverse!
Badge up, and see you in the timeline! 🏅
You can read the article "BadgeFed @ FediForum June 2025: Unconferences, Demos, and Community Feedback" by @mapachehere as well.
#activitypub #badgefed #fediverse #dotnet #decentralization #open-source #openbadges #identity #fediforum #recapHey Fediverse! 👋
We just wrapped up an amazing FediForum June 2025 a week ago, and BadgeFed was right in the thick of it! Here’s a recap of what we did, what we learned, and what’s next for decentralized badges.
BadgeFed had the honor of presenting and hosting two unconference sessions and showing off our work in one speed demo slots (watch the demo). The energy was fantastic; lots of curiosity, sharp questions, and a real hunger for open standards in the credentialing space.
A big theme at FediForum was specs and open standards. We’re right there with you! That’s why we’ve enhanced our technical documentation to explain exactly how BadgeFed uses ActivityPub and OpenBadges together:
Read more in our DETAILS.md.
We heard you: people want to try BadgeFed! Right now, it’s a solo setup (one admin, one Docker container), but we’re working hard to make it easier for others to deploy, configure, and even federate their own instances. Stay tuned for updates on multi-admin support and streamlined onboarding.
One of the most important pieces of feedback we received was about badge discoverability vs. timeline spam (see the issue). We want badges to be easy to find and share, but we also don’t want to flood the Fediverse with unwanted posts. This is now our top priority, we’re rethinking how verbose BadgeFed should be, and exploring opt-in/opt-out models for badge visibility and hashtag use.
We’re also working on ways to let you embed badges in your blog or add them to your Mastodon profile. More news on that soon!
FediForum was a fantastic experience, huge thanks to everyone who attended, gave feedback, and showed interest in decentralized credentials. Let’s keep building a more open, verifiable, and user-empowered Fediverse!
Badge up, and see you in the timeline! 🏅
You can read the article "BadgeFed @ FediForum June 2025: Unconferences, Demos, and Community Feedback" by @mapachehere as well.
#activitypub #badgefed #fediverse #dotnet #decentralization #open-source #openbadges #identity #fediforum #recapThe verified Badge was issued to @Tim Chambers
This badge recognizes active participation in the BadgeFed Unconference session held during FediForum's June 2025 event. BadgeFed is an initiative dedicated to exploring and advancing decentralized digital credentials within the Fediverse. This session brought together innovators, educators, enthusiasts, curious raccoons, and technologists to collaboratively shape the future of open badges and verifiable credentials in decentralized networks.
Earning Criteria: To earn this badge, participants must have:
* Attended the BadgeFed Unconference session at FediForum June 2025.
* Actively engaging by asking questions, commenting, leading discussions, or engaging meaningfully in collaborative activities.
* Demonstrated a commitment to advancing decentralized credentialing systems within the open social web..
Issued on: 06/09/2025 20:49:45
Accepted On: 06/09/2025 23:08:13
Verify the Badge here.
The verified Badge was issued to @Tim Chambers
This badge recognizes active participation in the BadgeFed Unconference session held during FediForum's June 2025 event. BadgeFed is an initiative dedicated to exploring and advancing decentralized digital credentials within the Fediverse. This session brought together innovators, educators, enthusiasts, curious raccoons, and technologists to collaboratively shape the future of open badges and verifiable credentials in decentralized networks.
Earning Criteria: To earn this badge, participants must have:
* Attended the BadgeFed Unconference session at FediForum June 2025.
* Actively engaging by asking questions, commenting, leading discussions, or engaging meaningfully in collaborative activities.
* Demonstrated a commitment to advancing decentralized credentialing systems within the open social web..
Issued on: 06/09/2025 20:49:45
Accepted On: 06/09/2025 23:08:13
Verify the Badge here.
Okay, okay then 😜
Inspired by @dajb I will use 'Social verifiable credentials' as the category for #BadgeFed in the new taxonomy I am creating for delightful-fediverse-apps curated list. Which I am in the process of giving a complete makeover and revitalization. Hope to have it live soon
https://delightful.coding.social/delightful_fediverse_apps
PS. Was also talking badges & credentials with @RyunoKi today, regarding #Keyoxide roadmap.
Nice, I hope so too. PS. On fedi there's also @dajb who is an absolute expert on the subject of #OpenBadges and related subject matter and use cases.
The verified Badge was issued to @Johannes Ernst
This badge recognizes active participation in the BadgeFed Unconference session held during FediForum's June 2025 event. BadgeFed is an initiative dedicated to exploring and advancing decentralized digital credentials within the Fediverse. This session brought together innovators, educators, enthusiasts, curious raccoons, and technologists to collaboratively shape the future of open badges and verifiable credentials in decentralized networks.
Earning Criteria: To earn this badge, participants must have:
* Attended the BadgeFed Unconference session at FediForum June 2025.
* Actively engaging by asking questions, commenting, leading discussions, or engaging meaningfully in collaborative activities.
* Demonstrated a commitment to advancing decentralized credentialing systems within the open social web..
Issued on: 06/07/2025 20:23:27
Accepted On: 06/08/2025 04:26:28
Verify the Badge here.
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