Question 1

How do I deploy Socify to production on my own server?

Accepted Answer

You'll need to configure a database like PostgreSQL, set up AWS S3 for image storage by setting environment variables, and ensure Rails 5.0 compatibility with your server stack, as the README only covers Heroku and basic AWS setup.

Question 2

Socify vs Mastodon: which is better for a social network?

Accepted Answer

Socify is a centralized, monolithic Rails app ideal for custom, niche communities with traditional features, while Mastodon is a decentralized, federated platform built on ActivityPub for microblogging. Choose Socify for full control and Rails integration; Mastodon for scalability and standards compliance.

Question 3

How to add real-time chat to Socify?

Accepted Answer

You would need to integrate Action Cable for WebSockets, create new models for messages, and update the views, as Socify lacks built-in chat functionality. This requires significant custom development beyond the core features.

Question 4

Can Socify handle a large user base with millions of users?

Accepted Answer

Not out-of-the-box; as a monolithic Rails app, it may struggle with scalability. You'd need to optimize database queries, implement caching strategies, and possibly refactor into microservices for high traffic.

Question 5

How to change the Bootstrap theme in Socify?

Accepted Answer

Override the Bootstrap Sass variables in the asset pipeline or replace Bootstrap entirely by modifying the Gemfile and views, since the project uses Bootstrap for styling as noted in the README.

Question 6

Does Socify support social media logins like Facebook or Google?

Accepted Answer

No, it uses Devise for basic authentication only. To add OAuth, you must integrate gems like omniauth and configure providers in the User model, which isn't covered in the documentation.

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