keybase / keybase/client

Mastodon API verification isn't working. Use post verification instead?

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Description

Mastodon verification isn't working. This is likely because Mastodon has removed the entrypoint for verifying Keybase. On purpose. It would be nice if instead verification can be completed using a post (like on Twitter).

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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are named. Start by locating the existing Mastodon verification flow and comparing it with the post-based verification used for Twitter; done means Mastodon ownership can be verified through a post after the current API entry point is unavailable.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go
Domain
authentication
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
30/100

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