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. Below are some of my past projects (this section is under construction, but feel free to ask me about it).


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). Void is built to be a separate utility that manages all 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 simply more ephemeral. Not only do the messages disappear, but the entire chat container, the participants inside, and the space it occupies on your screen also disappear
Just Delete the Group Chat
Void wouldn't exist if that *were* entirely 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 adopt platforms 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 $$$?
Social media is tricky. We have to strike a balance between putting food on the table and being uncool (ads aren't traditionally cool, per se). Fear not, the projected business model is on a pitch deck
What Will Fuel Growth?
Apple users' hatred of the parasitic 'green bubbles' infecting their iMessage group chats. Their disdain for Android users will sustain our app for centuries.
Will This Stress Anyone Out?
The expiration timer is hidden, and users can extend it if needed. People will always need to socialize in groups, but we're making it easier for them to join and leave without all the awkwardness
Are You Suggesting Ppl are Disposable?
It already feels that way in our existing social media platforms, doesn't it? We're simply improving a process by being realistic and intentional with how we present ourselves online. Just a quick note — Void isn't discouraging anyone from following their heart. If there's a cutie in the GC, feel free to connect with them on other platforms
This is Cool. Where Can I Stay In The Loop?
We have a community Discord server to receive all the updates. You're also free to email me about whatever.
QuestionLightning Answer
What Does 'Disposable GCs' Mean?Make GC That Go *Boom* → Share Link
Why Would This Be Useful?Students
Insert *Technical Question*Help Wanted
Isn't This Just Snapchat?No
Just Delete the Group ChatNot Enough
What if Terrorists or Drug Dealers Use This?Too Early
What About the Family GC?Eh
Will It Make $$$?Yes, Trust
What Will Fuel Growth?Victims of Green Text Bubbles
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