Kat Lai

Building yet another social network
Good thing this delusion surfaces in other compartments of my life.

Portfolio

If you catch me at hackathons, I'm the designated non-technical person who does EVERYTHING except touch the code: market research, project management, g2m strategy, pitchdeck creation, brand guides, prototypes, demo days, etc. Below are some of my past projects:

Conversation Starters

Frequently Asked Questions

What Does 'Disposable GCs' Mean?
The entire group chat expires on a custom timer and you can onboard people with a link.
Why Would This Be Useful?
You're a student (or formerly); I'm a student. Group projects end, but the GCs usually don't, and now you're stuck with everyone's contact info (until they suck). I built this to be a separate utility to manage that chaos
Insert *Technical Question*
Your question has merit. But, I won't pretend that I'm technical enough to answer it well. Shoot me an email if you're interested in joining forces.
Isn't This Just Snapchat?
Void is more ephemeral. Not only do the messages disappear. but also the entire chat container, the participants inside of it, and the space it occupies on your screen.
Just Delete the Group Chat
Void wouldn't exist if that were true or sufficient. Besides, it's more than just having things disappear. We're experiencing a loneliness epidemic, and our theory is that the world is overconnected in all the wrong ways. The solution is to update group chats for the 21st century.
What if Terrorists or Drug Dealers Use This?
Terrorists join at scale, and Counterterrorism requires capital. We’re too early, but since you seem to believe in our scaling potential, consider investing some capital so that we can scale and hire experts to ease this concerning possibility.
What About the Family GC?
Although some stuff might be better off in a separate group chat, this is completely up to your discretion (we trust you).
Will It Make $$$?
Social media is tricky. We have to strike a balance between putting food on the table and being uncool (ads aren't traditionally cool, per se). Don't worry, the answer is on a pitch deck.
Will This Stress Anyone Out?
The expiration timer is hidden, and users can extend it if needed. People will always need to socialize in groups, but we're making it easier for them to join and leave without all the awkwardness.
Are You Suggesting Ppl are Disposable?
It surely feels that way in our existing social media platforms. I'm simply improving a process by being realistic and intentional with how we present ourselves online. Also, quick disclaimer that at no point is Void discouraging anyone from following their heart -- feel free to connect with that cutie from the GC on other platforms.
This is Cool. Where Can I Stay In The Loop?
We have a community Discord server to receive all the updates. You're also free to email me about whatever.
QuestionLightning Answer
What Does 'Disposable GCs' Mean?Self-Explanatory
Why Would This Be Useful?Students
Insert *Technical Question*Help Wanted
Isn't This Just Snapchat?No
Just Delete the Group ChatNot Enough
What if Terrorists or Drug Dealers Use This?Too Early :(
What About the Family GC?Eh
Will It Make $$$?Yes, Trust
Will This Stress Anyone Out?Nope
Are You Suggesting Ppl are Disposable?Swiping Left to this Question
This is Cool. Where Can I Stay In The Loop?Thnx, Discord + Email