baseFM Soul - Project Journey & Growth

This document tracks the evolution of baseFM from concept to production. Updated as the project grows.

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Vision

baseFM is onchain radio for the Base ecosystem.

We're building the future of internet radio where:

• DJs stream directly to their audience
• Listeners support artists with crypto tips
• Community owns the culture through tokens
• Events connect the digital and physical worlds

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Project Timeline

Phase 1: Foundation (Completed)

Core streaming infrastructure

• Next.js 14 App Router setup
• Supabase database integration
• Mux streaming (RTMP → HLS)
• Basic DJ profiles and authentication
• Live stream player with HLS.js
• Weekly schedule system
• PWA support for mobile

Phase 2: Onchain Integration (Completed)

Web3 features with Base network

• Coinbase Smart Wallet integration
• OnchainKit for identity (Avatar, Name)
• RAVE token gating (5000 for DJ access)
• Multi-token tipping (ETH, USDC, RAVE, cbBTC)
• Token-gated community directory
• Wallet-based authentication

Phase 3: Community Features (Completed)

Social and engagement tools

• Live chat with Supabase Realtime
• Follow/unfollow DJs
• Push notifications for live shows
• DJ of the Day feature
• Community threads and discussions
• Direct messaging (wallet-to-wallet)

Phase 4: Events & Ticketing (Completed)

Real-world event integration

• Event listings and management
• Promoter/collective profiles
• Onchain ticket purchases with USDC
• Direct payment to promoters
• Ticket verification by wallet
• Event submission for promoters

Phase 5: Developer Experience (Completed)

Tooling and documentation

• CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
• Unit testing with Vitest (55+ tests)
• TypeScript strict mode
• Code coverage reporting
• Beginner user guide (/guide)
• Comprehensive documentation

Phase 6: Future Vision (Planned)

What's next

• DJ analytics dashboard
• Show recordings as NFTs
• Multi-stream support
• Mobile app (React Native)
• DAO governance
• Revenue sharing contracts

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Technical Achievements

Performance

• Mobile-first responsive design
• PWA with offline support
• Service worker caching (v3)
• Optimized HLS streaming

Security

• Row Level Security on all tables
• Wallet signature verification
• Rate limiting on chat API
• Admin-only routes protected

Testing

• 55+ unit tests passing
• Tip configuration tests
• Ticket system tests
• Token validation tests
• CI runs on every push

Code Quality

• TypeScript throughout
• ESLint for consistency
• Automated PR creation
• Vercel preview deployments

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Key Decisions

Why Base?

• Low fees for micropayments (tips)
• Coinbase ecosystem integration
• Growing onchain community
• Smart Wallet simplicity

Why Mux?

• Professional-grade streaming
• RTMP input, HLS output
• Automatic recording
• Webhook status updates

Why Supabase?

• Realtime for live chat
• Row Level Security
• Postgres reliability
• Easy to self-host later

Why OnchainKit?

• Native Base integration
• Identity components (Avatar, Name)
• Wallet connection handled
• Maintained by Coinbase

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Community Values

1. Open Source - MIT license, anyone can fork
2. Direct Support - Tips go 100% to artists
3. No Middleman - Onchain payments, no fees
4. Culture First - Built for underground music
5. Mobile Native - Works on any device

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Metrics We Care About

• Active DJs streaming
• Listener engagement (chat, tips)
• Community token holders
• Event ticket sales
• New user onboarding

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Credits

Created by: Eskyee / RaveCulture Built for: Base Builders Powered by: RAVE token community

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Links

• Live Site: https://basefm.space
• GitHub: https://github.com/Eskyee/baseFM
• Shop: https://shop.basefm.space
• Token: RAVE on Base

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This document evolves with the project. Last updated: February 2026