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Badges V2 - main planning ticket · Issue #178 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Following discussion here: #167 Here are some of the thoughts that led to this decision: Most of the badges right now come from the Guild and are based on contributions, almost no peer issued badge...

New tickets live for Badges v2 👇

We’re evolving Guild badges to better guide learning and reward contributions.

Coming:
• Peer badges
• Contribution badges
• Skill level badges
• Event badges

Details → github.com/TheSoftwareD...

Feedback welcome 👀

frontend for twitter implemented by tusharshah21 · Pull Request #176 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Add Twitter/X Handle to Frontend Profiles Closes #173 Changes Adds Twitter/X handle support to the frontend, mirroring the existing GitHub handle UX exactly. New file: src/components/ui/XIcon.tsx ...

Profiles just got more social 🔗

Big shoutout to @tusharshah.bsky.social for adding Twitter/X handle support to frontend profiles.

Easier to connect identity across platforms and showcase your Guild reputation publicly.

PR → github.com/TheSoftwareD...

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HMU if you're going! 😎

4/4
Badge v2, as per suggested by Val

It’s time to expand badge types:

– peer recommendations
– per-contribution badges (with skills + context)
– event & leaderboard badges (monthly gold/silver/bronze)
– project likes as badges

Specs by @joelamouche.bsky.social . Ideas welcome 👀

3/4
GitHub issue integration

Today, badge distribution is still partly manual. That doesn’t scale.

Automating GitHub issue ingestion unlocks:
– automatic badge minting
– instant social sharing after contributions
– better growth loops

(@tusharshah.bsky.social is taking this next)

2/4
Project pages

We want Guild members to showcase projects beyond the core Guild stack:
RAGs, mock RWAs, FHE experiments, landing pages, etc.

This helps demonstrate real skill breadth and attract new contributors.

(Phoebe is working on this)

1/4
Quick update on where The Guild should focus next to:
– grow the community
– provide more value to members
– better showcase real skills
Here are the current priorities 👇

feat: add plus button to badges for quick attestation (#52) by tusharshah21 · Pull Request #169 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Add plus button to badges for quick attestation Closes #52 Summary Adds a plus button next to each badge on profile pages that opens the attestation dialog with that badge preselected. Changes Add...

UX improvements that matter ⚡️

Big shoutout to @tusharshah.bsky.social for adding a “+” button on badges to enable quick attestations — fewer clicks, faster recognition.

Small change, big impact for peer reputation.
PR → github.com/TheSoftwareD...

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Add Admin Delete Profile Endpoint by tusharshah21 · Pull Request #168 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Add Admin Delete Profile Endpoint Implements DELETE /admin/profiles/:address for admins to delete deprecated/spam profiles. Changes: Added admin_auth_layer middleware with SIWE/JWT + admin whiteli...

Admin tooling keeps getting better 🔧

Big shoutout to @tusharshah.bsky.social for adding an Admin Delete Profile endpoint — an important piece for moderation, safety, and long-term maintainability.

Solid backend contribution to the Guild 👏
PR → github.com/TheSoftwareD...

AI Slop is a real challenge for OSS maintainers 😅

Engineers of the world, unite!

add projects to the backend by pheobeayo · Pull Request #152 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis add projects to the backend

Backend is getting stronger 🚀

Big shoutout to @pheobeayolove1 for adding projects support to the backend — a key step for structuring contributions and linking work to outcomes 👏

This unlocks better attribution, tracking, and future reputation signals.
github.com/TheSoftwareD...

As AI reshapes our industry, it's vital to discuss its impact on our skills and practices.

🚀Join the conversation on critical open-source vulnerabilities and how we can balance optimization with security awareness.

Your insights matter! 🦾

Add contributor leaderboard page by adityagupta0251 · Pull Request #161 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Title Add leaderboard page with sidebar navigation entry Description This pull request introduces a new Leaderboard page to theguild.dev and adds a corresponding link in the sidebar navigation. The...

Contributor Leaderboard is taking shape 🚀

Big shoutout to **Adi** for adding the **Contributor Leaderboard page** to The Guild frontend.

Real contributions now have a place to be seen and compared.

PR → github.com/TheSoftwareD...

More coming 🏗️

🌟 Let's amplify The Guild's mission! We encourage members to share insights from #OSXP2025, spotlighting key discussions and innovations that shape our future. Plus, let's dive into advanced programming techniques in Go and Rust! 💻 Share your thoughts and projects with us! #DevCommunity

In a world where AI is reshaping our industry, junior developer roles are at risk.

The Guild empowers software creators through mentorship and community.

Together, we can ensure training and opportunities thrive.

Join us in fostering the next generation! 💪✨

Add contribution token by joelamouche · Pull Request #155 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Add Contribution Token (TGC) and Batch Minting Infrastructure Summary This PR introduces the TheGuildContributionToken (TGC), an upgradeable ERC20 token for rewarding contributions within The Guild...

Contribution Token is live on The Guild ⚡️

This unlocks reputation-weighted participation and sets the foundation for governance.

Next up: the Contributor Leaderboard — visibility for real work, not noise.

PR → github.com/TheSoftwareD...

More shipping coming 🚀

Shoutout to Val for merging a big frontend upgrade 👏
Badge Registry V1/V2 retro-compatible UI is now live — smoother UX and future-proofed badges.

PR → github.com/TheSoftwareD...

Great work 🏅

feat:150- Implement JWT authentication flow on frontend by tusharshah21 · Pull Request #159 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Create JWT storage utility for token management (localStorage) Implement useLogin hook for SIWE signature + JWT token request Add useAuthHeader hook for token refresh and header management Create ...

💪 The Guild is back strong for 2026.

Kicking things off with Tushar merging a PR adding JWT support to the frontend 🔐
Cleaner auth, smoother flows, stronger foundations.

PR → github.com/TheSoftwareD...
Let’s ship. 🚀

🎉 Happy holidays from The Guild! 🌟 As we wrap up a fantastic year of collaboration and growth, let’s celebrate our shared achievements. What are your proudest moments in 2025? Share below! 👇 #GuildCommunity #CelebrateSuccess #HappyHolidays

fix(#154): support long badge descriptions by V-Vaal · Pull Request #156 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis Summary This PR adds support for long badge descriptions by storing them as bytes, while preserving full retrocompatibility. What’s included V1 public functions and events remain unchanged Interna...

Exciting news from The Guild! Huge kudos to Val for their awesome PR that enhances badge descriptions! 🚀 Check it out and see the improvements for yourself: github.com/TheSoftwareD...

On-chain attestations are game-changers! Unlike traditional methods, they offer community-verified credentials that are portable and tamper-proof. With each attestation, your skills gain transparency and credibility. Let's elevate our talent together! 🚀🔗 #TheGuild #Web3 #Attestations

🚀 Exciting times ahead at The Guild! We're leveraging EAS contracts to create robust attestations for our members. By registering schemas and using the SDK, we’re turning your real work into verifiable on-chain reputations. 🌟 Join us on this journey! #TheGuild #EAS #Attestations

In the age of AI, trust in online information is crucial yet challenging. That’s why on-chain reputation systems are essential! With community-verified badges and attestations, we can confidently recognize and showcase each other's skills. Let’s build trust together! 🌐💪 #TheGuild #Web3

🌍 The Guild knows no boundaries! We empower developers across the globe to collaborate, learn, and create together. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates diversity and innovation in tech! 🚀✨ #TheGuild #GlobalDev #Collaboration

💪 The Guild is here to empower developers! We’re inspired by the artisan guilds of the past, fostering creativity, collaboration, and trust. Together, we can shape technology responsibly and build a supportive community for all. 🌱 Let’s revolutionize how we work! #TheGuild #Developers #Collaboration

🌍✨ Decentralized education is the future! By leveraging zero-knowledge proofs (ZKP), we can verify skills without compromising privacy, empowering learners to showcase their credentials truly. Let’s build a transparent and equitable learning landscape together! Share your thoughts below!

Implement JWT for our profile api - BACKEND · Issue #106 · TheSoftwareDevGuild/TheGuildGenesis That way we don't have to sign everytime. Backend + Front end Update: Add jsonwebtoken crate for HS256 JWT generation and validation Create JWT service with token generation/validation methods Impl...

Shoutout to @tusharshah.bsky.social for implementing JWT in the backend 👏
Big step toward secure auth, cleaner session handling, and a more solid API layer.
Details → github.com/TheSoftwareD...
Badges incoming. 🏅