Joanna Zeng: Unpacking Soo Network--Technology, Community, and Market Impact

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In this conversation, Joanna Zeng, co-founder and CEO of Solana Optimistic Network, Soo Network, discusses her journey from traditional finance to the world of Web3 and cryptocurrency. She shares her philosophy of 'Do it scared,' emphasizing the importance of embracing fear in entrepreneurship. Joanna explains the unique positioning of Soon Network within the Solana ecosystem and its technical architecture, which aims to enhance user adoption and developer experience. The discussion also covers the community-driven approach to funding and development, as well as the future roadmap for Soon Network, highlighting its commitment to innovation and user engagement.

Takeaways

• Joanna's motto 'do it scared' encourages taking risks in entrepreneurship.
• Her transition from finance to Web3 was driven by a desire for decentralization.
• The Solana ecosystem offers superior user experiences compared to Ethereum.
• Soon Network aims to bridge multiple ecosystems for broader adoption.
• The technical architecture of Soon Network focuses on high performance and reliability.
• Community involvement is crucial for the success of Soon Network.
• Joanna emphasizes the importance of user feedback in product development.
• Soon Network's funding strategy prioritizes long-term community investors.
• The roadmap includes expanding interoperability across various blockchains.
• Unique applications are emerging on Soon Network, enhancing its ecosystem.

Timeline

00:00 Introduction to Joanna Zeng and Her Journey

02:39 Embracing Fear: The 'Do It Scared' Philosophy

05:12 Transitioning from Wall Street to Web3

07:47 Learning Solidity and the Shift to Solana

10:35 The Unique Ethos of the Solana Community

13:10 Introducing Soon Network: A New Category in Blockchain

18:34 Understanding the SVM and Its Applications

26:03 The Future of Soon Network and Its Roadmap

29:53 Building the Ecosystem: AI and Consumer Use Cases

30:37 Innovative Fundraising: A Community-Centric Approach

35:08 Harnessing Community Power for Application Development

36:41 Navigating the L2 Landscape: Solana and Ethereum Dynamics

40:27 Performance Metrics: Speed and Latency in Blockchain

41:51 Understanding User Needs: Bridging Traditional Finance and Crypto

45:03 The Future of App Chains: Customization and Ecosystem Growth

47:59 Community-Driven Development: Engaging Users and Developers

52:14 Microtransactions and Viral Potential: The Next Big Thing

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Joanna Zeng and Her Journey (00:00:00)

2. Embracing Fear: The 'Do It Scared' Philosophy (00:02:39)

3. Transitioning from Wall Street to Web3 (00:05:12)

4. Learning Solidity and the Shift to Solana (00:07:47)

5. The Unique Ethos of the Solana Community (00:10:35)

6. Introducing Soon Network: A New Category in Blockchain (00:13:10)

7. Understanding the SVM and Its Applications (00:18:34)

8. The Future of Soo Network and Its Roadmap (00:26:03)

9. Building the Ecosystem: AI and Consumer Use Cases (00:29:53)

10. Innovative Fundraising: A Community-Centric Approach (00:30:37)

11. Harnessing Community Power for Application Development (00:35:08)

12. Navigating the L2 Landscape: Solana and Ethereum Dynamics (00:36:41)

13. Performance Metrics: Speed and Latency in Blockchain (00:40:27)

14. Understanding User Needs: Bridging Traditional Finance and Crypto (00:41:51)

15. The Future of App Chains: Customization and Ecosystem Growth (00:45:03)

16. Community-Driven Development: Engaging Users and Developers (00:47:59)

17. Microtransactions and Viral Potential: The Next Big Thing (00:52:14)