Build the Future of Social
ATProto is what Web 2.0 should have been—open, interoperable, and developer-friendly. Join us on April 24, 2025 at NewWork Harbour, Hamburg to build the tools, mashups, visualizations, and platforms you've always wanted to create.
Build What You Love
Unlike closed social platforms, ATProto and the open social web give you the freedom to create without artificial limitations or API restrictions.
Mashups
Combine data from multiple sources to create unique social experiences
Tools
Build utilities that enhance how people use social platforms
Visualizations
Create new ways to understand and interact with social data
Full Platforms
Launch your own social applications built on open protocols
Why You Should Care
Even if you're not already invested in the open social web, here's why AHOY! matters to you as a developer
Creative Freedom
Build without artificial API limits or platform restrictions—create the social experiences users deserve
Collaborate with Others
Build dedicated experiences for your users, and collaborate with others to build the open social web.
Reclaim Data Ownership
Don't wait for GDPR to protect data. Let users take control of their own data with ATProto.
Open Source Impact
Contribute to open source projects that are reshaping how millions of people connect and communicate online
Network with Builders
Connect with active developers from Bluesky, the ATmosphere, and other enthusiasts
Business Opportunities
Discover emerging opportunities in a growing ecosystem of startups and established companies
Meet Our Developer Speakers
Join innovative developers who are building the future of the open social web
More Developer Speakers Coming Soon!
We're assembling a lineup of technical experts and open web pioneers
Innovative Projects Built on ATProto
Discover how developers are leveraging the open social web to create new applications and tools, meet some of the developers behind these projects.
Flashes
Flashes is a native Bluesky photo/video app.
Flashes uses the same data model as Bluesky, so you can use it to view your own and other people's posts, likes, follows, and more - in an Instagram-like experience.
SkyFeed
A feed builder for Bluesky
Create custom algorithmic feeds without writing code. Combine filters, keywords, and user groups to curate the perfect content stream for any interest.
recipe.exchange
A recipe sharing platform
A simple, clutter-free way to discover and share your favorite recipes. Built on ATProto.
tangled.sh
Social coding, but for real this time!
Tangled is a new social-enabled Git collaboration platform, built on top of the AT Protocol.
The Web We Were Promised
Remember when the web was open, hackable, and full of possibility? The open social web is bringing that back.
Closed Platforms
Restrictive APIs, sudden policy changes, and developer hostility
Open Social Web
Open standards, interoperability, and developer empowerment
Real Developer Projects
Feeds
Custom feed generators that let users curate their experience
Integrations
Deeply integrated social experiences
Beyond Microblogging
Events, reviews, and more
Data Visualizations
Network graphs and trend analysis tools
Alternative Clients
Entirely new ways to experience social platforms
Ready to Join Us?
Be part of shaping the future of the European social web. Connect with fellow developers, learn new skills, and make an impact.
Join fellow people from all over Europe and beyond
Here's the current map of participants:
Only 150 spots available for the entire event - secure yours today!