A New Nostr Client Pioneering Decentralized Task Management

The Kanbanstr interface

Developer Vivek has announced the beta release of Kanbanstr, an open-source Nostr client that combines task management with decentralized payment capabilities. Built on the Nostr protocol, Kanbanstr introduces an innovative approach to organizing tasks and compensating contributors, potentially transforming how the gig economy operates.

Reimagining Task Management

Kanbanstr leverages the Kanban board framework to allow users to organize personal and professional projects with ease. What sets it apart is its integration with Nostr, enabling contributors to receive instant payments—or “zaps”—for completing tasks. This new model could disrupt traditional payment systems by replacing weekly or monthly payouts with real-time compensation.

Features Available in Beta

The beta version of Kanbanstr offers a range of capabilities:

- Secure Login: Users can authenticate via Nostr keys (nsec, npub) or the NIP-07 protocol.

- Flexible Boards: Users can create boards with customizable columns and cards for tasks.

- Automation: Cards are automatically sorted into columns based on their status.

- Payment Integration: Tasks can be assigned to contributors using zap tags, paving the way for direct, decentralized payments.

Ongoing Development

Though functional, Kanbanstr is still in its early stages. Vivek plans to add several key features, including:

- Full zap integration for paying contributors directly through task cards.

- Programmatic tools to automate workflows further.

- Community-requested features to expand functionality.

Built with NDK

Kanbanstr was developed using the NDK framework, with credit given to developer @PABLOF7z for support. Vivek has also submitted a pull request to the NIP repository to expand the Nostr protocol’s task management capabilities.

How to Get Involved

Vivek is encouraging users and developers to contribute to the project:

- Explore Kanbanstr: Test the beta version at https://www.kanbanstr.com/

- Report Bugs: Users can report issues directly to Vivek or submit fixes via GitHub.

- Contribute Code: The project’s source code is available on GitHub.

The Future of Decentralized Work

Kanbanstr’s potential goes beyond task management. By merging decentralized protocols with instant payments, it offers a glimpse into the future of the gig economy—one that is transparent, efficient, and free from centralized control.

As Vivek aptly puts it, “Kanbanstr is a bold step towards redefining productivity and collaboration for the decentralized era.”

For updates and to participate in this groundbreaking project, visit the Kanbanstr website or follow Vivek’s contributions to the Nostr community.