👋Welcome to SamaritanDB

SamaritanDB is a decentralised database that gives internet users control and sovereignty over what is being stored about them across applications on the internet.

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Really, what are we doing?

In a world inundated with seemingly superfluous innovations, SamaritanDB stands as a true catalyst for transformative change. So, what is SamaritanDB?

Let's cut to the chase.

Imagine using an application, be it a web platform or a native software, and having absolute control and ownership over every piece of data you've ever entrusted to it. No gimmicks, no smoke and mirrors. Your data, under your command. You reserve the right to revoke an application's access at your discretion, giving you the final say in who gets to use your information.

Now picture moving to another application, let's call it "App B." Instead of starting from scratch, you effortlessly check if "App B" requires any data that you've already shared with "App A." If the match is found, "App B" seamlessly accesses what it needs, with your permission. The data remains yours and remains under your control.

But here's where it gets intriguing. When "App C" comes knocking, let's say for advertisement purposes (and no, it's not another Zuck situation), you have the upper hand. "App C" pays you for the privilege of accessing your data, and it respects your terms. After its purpose is served, "App C" steps aside. It pays because it's a distinct third party, and you hold all the cards when it comes to your digital footprint. Moreover, you're not just in control; you're in a position to earn from it.

In essence, this is what SamaritanDB has in store for you. The underlying technicalities might sound complex, but they are merely the means to our vision.

More Details

Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of how SamaritanDB transforms your digital presence. At its core lies the concept of a Decentralized Identifier, or DID. Think of it as your unique code or username in the vast expanse of the internet, something like this: did:sam:root:bc047e4931182b5835cd04e5adb4a4e72a303da69c92e0b39ba0a8a75a2cb225. It's your digital fingerprint, and it's exclusively linked to you.

The magic starts when you generate your very own DID. Once you possess this digital key, every corner of the internet that encounters it knows you're part of the equation. When you interact with an application, it courteously asks for your DID. Then, as you input data, your information gets securely associated with your DID. Whether it's form entries, certificates, or other data-related to you, they all come under your command.

The pivotal point? You retain the authority to decide when to grant an application access to this information. Your cryptographic keys (think of them as digital passwords) become your instruments of power over your DID.

Should you cross paths with another application, it can request the specific data it needs. You hold the reins, granting or denying access as you see fit.

And then there's the "portal," which is just a snazzy word for an interface that puts you in control. It's where you can oversee requests from third parties, track your earnings, delve into analytics, and more. This portal empowers you to enforce your preferences across the network.

Your aggregated digital identity scattered across the internet, all in your control! This is the vision we aim to weave into the fabric of the internet.

Now, let's get to the proper introduction. Come on!

Overview

SamaritanDB stands as a beacon of empowerment in the world of digital data, offering a decentralised data store that shifts the reins of control firmly into the hands of users. It's your key to reclaiming ownership of your digital presence.

But SamaritanDB's impact goes beyond the individual. It extends its capabilities to applications and services, bestowing upon them the tools to manage and govern their own data. This means applications are no longer tethered to centralized services; they can choose how their data is stored and accessed, embracing the freedom of decentralized identity.

SamaritanDB revolves around three core objectives:

1. Empowering Applications: Centralized storage infrastructure providers are out, as SamaritanDB champions the cause of applications having ultimate control over their internet data.

2. User Control: Users retain the reins, dictating who gets access to their inputs and intellectual properties scattered across the digital landscape.

3. Efficient Data Sharing: SamaritanDB facilitates the seamless exchange of data between users and applications, fostering efficiency across the internet.

For application developers, this entails a paradigm shift in how data is handled. Data is linked to a DID in a straightforward and intuitive manner, ushering in a fresh approach that's not far removed from the familiar.

In this evolving digital era, SamaritanDB heralds a revolution, one that empowers users and applications alike to reimagine the world of data storage and control.

This is no small endeavor; in fact, it's a monumental task. There are myriad components to construct, numerous challenges to surmount, and countless battles to be waged. So, what exactly is on our ambitious agenda? To gauge our prospects accurately, let's delve into the grand tapestry of what we are building.