This document provides a high-level roadmap of the key features planned for the InterNovel platform, intended for project management and tracking development progress.
- Decentralized Identity and Attribution: Implement DID-based user identities and cryptographic linking of contributions for immutable attribution.
- Flexible Document Management: Implement integration with external storage services for novel text files.
- Collaborative Writing Environment: Establish the basic real-time collaboration features, including presence indicators, updates, notifications, and core writing tools.
- Authorization and Moderation: Set up the tiered authorization system and moderation process, particularly for student accounts.
- Novel Spine: Build the core structure for non-linear idea development, including Vertebrae, time stamping, and tagging.
- Character Travel Trunk: Develop the functionality for authors to propose and integrate characters into other novels.
- Casting Studio: Create the platform for showcasing and discovering characters for collaboration.
- Novel Café: Develop the space for showcasing novels and facilitating collaboration calls.
- Enhanced DID Management (WebAuthn, external wallets)
- Decentralized Storage Options (OrbitDB)
- Advanced Collaborative Tools (version control, branching, co-editing, analytics)
- Expanded Community & Discovery (advanced filtering, recommendations, writing groups, events)
- Monetization & Licensing (DID-based frameworks)
This roadmap will be updated as development progresses and priorities evolve. More detailed specifications for each feature can be found in the Functional Specification document.