Chat Bots
In this dynamic digital era, streaming has skyrocketed into a popular means of entertainment and content sharing. One tool that's rapidly making a mark in the streaming world is chatbots. Whether locally-based or cloud-based, these chatbots are transforming the way streamers interact with their audiences. So let's dive into the
Chat Bots
Since the inception of live streaming platforms like Twitch and YouTube, one asset that has consistently been crucial to content creators is a chatbot. An unsung hero hidden behind the scenes, chatbots function as digital ringmasters who handle the show's logistics, so the star - the content creator - can
Independent Creator Podcast
There's a world far beyond the borders of traditional gaming – a world of streaming, independent creativity, and content creation filled with challenges, evolution, and growth. My journey began with a simple Twitch account, 'Schrodember', where I presented family-friendly content and gradually dove into the complexities of content creation. The Dawn
Music
In the ever-evolving sphere of online content creation, one of the foremost aspects is music – it sets the mood, enhances the narrative, and creates a powerful impact. YouTube creators, podcasters, and live streamers often resort to commonly visited platforms like YouTube and Spotify for their playlist selections. 'No Copyright Sounds'
Live Streaming
The rise of social media has brought about significant changes in the way we consume media—enter the world of multi-streaming! Multi-streaming is the broadcasting of live video to multiple social media platforms simultaneously. Given the competition across streaming giants like YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok, it's essential for content creators
Music
In the realm of content creation, particularly live streams and YouTube videos, finding the right music can elevate your work from ordinary to exceptional. Perhaps the biggest challenge is striking a balance between musical invigoration and avoiding the risk of copyright strikes. But the question stands – where do we find
Workflow
As creators, our work is a reflection of ourselves - it's a form of self-expression that shares our unique perspectives and experiences with the world. However, too often we freely give away control over our content by distributing it across platforms we don't truly own. In this article, I'll explore
Peertube
In the era of digital content creation, reliance on a singular platform can limit a creator's potential and control. As creators, our content is an invaluable part of us, posing a significant question: Are we truly retaining authority over our digital endeavors? This blog discusses the importance of diversifying our
Monetization
As an independent content creator, figuring out monetization can be tricky - especially when first starting out. Most are familiar with the traditional Twitch subscription model, but did you know there are actually many alternative options that could help boost your earnings? In this post, I'll break down some of
Our focus is on showcasing the alternative platforms and services that can be of interest to independent creators.
In the age of digitalization, content hosting has predominantly been dominated by platforms like YouTube, which supplies a one-stop solution for creators to upload, disseminate, and monetize their content. However, as wonderful as this one-platform solution appears - it inherently compels creators to compromise on their control over the content.
In today's digital age, where content creation is a prevailing profession, DMCA (Digital Millennium Copyright Act) and copyright issues are matters every creator needs to familiarize themselves with. The wisdom, 'If it's free, it's for me,' doesn't apply here due to potential devastating repercussions. DMCA Music and Content Creation
When it comes to getting your life organized, nothing beats Notion. Think of it as your go-to application for managing and organizing everything you want to keep track of in life; from your personal recipes to books you're reading, to movie lists, games you've played, or your professional tasks. Grabbing
In today's social media landscape, many creators feel they have lost ownership and control over the content they produce. With the centralized nature of platforms like Twitter and Facebook, it seems the only way to gain meaningful exposure is by playing by their rules and surrendering your work to their
Now that you've got your Owncast instance set up and running, you may want to start customizing it to reflect your style and the type of content you plan to create. Out of the box, the default settings are functional but fairly basic. With some tweaks to settings, themes, and
This blog post is based on an interview video featuring the founders of the live-streaming platform Live Space, Spencer, and Todd. They participated in a question-and-answer session hosted by streamer OG Goblin. The post aims to summarize the key topics of discussion around the motivation for creating Live Space, its
Many people love using Discord and Guilded to connect with friends and communities online. However, for some, closed-source platforms are less than ideal due to privacy and customization concerns. While Discord and Guilded offer great features, there are also open-source options worth exploring. In this blog post, I'll compare Discord,
As an independent creator, it's crucial that you take ownership of the content you produce. Relying solely on platforms like Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok to host your videos, tweets, and other creative works means you don't truly control your creations. While these sites can help you reach a wider audience,
While Discord has become the dominant voice and text chat platform for gaming communities, there is another option that is worth exploring called Guilded. In this post, I'll provide an overview of what Guilded is, how it compares to Discord, and why you may want to consider it as an
Discord has become one of the most popular platforms for online communities and conversations in recent years. With its focus on voice chat and dedicated text channels, it provides an engaging space for discussion. However, as with any tool, it's important to understand both its strengths and limitations. Let's take
This week I explore Owncast, an open source self-hosting solution for live streaming. Owncast gives creators like me complete control by allowing us to set up and run our streaming server. I walk through the simple setup process - from signing up for a VPS provider like Hetzner to completing
We all remember the early days of online communities - those of us who have been online for a while will fondly recall the Bulletin Board Systems (BBS) of the 1980s and 90s. While something of a precursor to modern forums and social networks, BBS laid the groundwork for bringing
