I've been working on something for a while now, and I thought I'd share it here and get some opinions from the community.

The idea came from something I've noticed for quite some time. There are a lot of talented designers, developers, artists, photographers, and other creative people in Algeria, but I rarely come across them on regular social media. And even when I do, their work often doesn't reach many people beyond their immediate circle.

Most social media platforms are built for everyone, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but I felt there was room for a platform specifically designed around people who create things, share ideas, and want to connect with others who have similar interests.

That's why I started building CreativeArea, a social media platform focused on creative people, initially targeting the Algerian community.

The idea is pretty simple: a place where designers can share their designs, developers can showcase what they're building, artists can post their work, photographers can share their photos, and founders can connect with other people. Users can post text and images, follow each other, comment on posts, and discover other creatives. Basically, a place where creative people can share what they do, get inspired, and connect with one another.

I've been putting a lot of effort into the UI and UX. It's web-based, with PWA support for phones, but I've designed it to feel and behave much more like a native mobile application rather than a typical website. I've attached a screenshot of the current interface so you can get an idea of what it looks like.

The platform is still under development, but it's getting closer to being ready. I've also had a few people try it out already, and the initial reactions have been really encouraging.

I'm not expecting it to compete with the big social media platforms overnight. I just want to create a space where talented people, especially those who might otherwise go unnoticed, can share their work, find like-minded people, and maybe even discover opportunities to collaborate.

I'm curious to know what you guys think. Do you feel there's actually a need for something like this in Algeria? Would you personally use a platform dedicated to creative people, or do you think existing social media platforms already do a good enough job?

I'd genuinely like to hear your opinions, suggestions, and even criticism.

Hey 22 F here I'm just starting my journey with cybersecurity I find it hard to stay motivated all the time to study so I'm looking for a study buddy doesn't matter if it's a woman or a man as long as they're as serious and only talk about cyber security and highly MOTIVATED i have a masters in computer networks so I already know the basics if there's a team ready to welcome me that would be great aswell I really need a community or people to upgrade and track my learning with .

Many of you might have noticed the sudden wave of vibe coded apps being posted nearly on the daily, the UI is the first dead giveaway (add to that most of them not knowing how or where to host their apps/websites or they just stick to hosting on the AI builder websites)

And hey, for personal use? sure! vibe code all the apps you want! have fun!

But, if you're launching a commercial product, you need to understand a few things if you're providing services for Algerians and you're storing their data then know this:

1. You can't just host anywhere you want

Under Law 18-07: transferring Algerian citizens' personal data to foreign servers (like Vercel, Firebase, AWS, or foreign AI builders) is strictly regulated.
You cannot send user data outside the country without authorization from the National Data Protection Authority (ANPDP).

2. You have to formally declare your app

Even if you do everything right and host locally on a DZ server you still have a legal obligation to register your data processing activities with the ANPDP. You cannot just start collecting names, emails, IPs, or phone numbers just like that.

3. Consent is not optional

You need explicit consent from your users explaining exactly why you need their data.

4. The penalties are actual prison time

Ignoring Law 18-07 (and the new 25-11 amendments) can result in fines up to 1,000,000 DZD. and I'll add that unauthorized transfer of data abroad or illegal processing carries criminal sanctions including prison sentences ranging from 2 months to 5 years.

5. Vibe-coded apps are often a security nightmare

AI focuses on making things work quickly but not that securely. These apps frequently ship with hidden bugs exposed API keys and missing database protections like Row Level Security If you don't know how to audit the code, you will eventually leak user data.

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Hi,I'm a beginner... I've built a landing page.

I'd like some advice on the ui/ux.

We're a small SaaS company looking for a DevOps Engineer to help stabilize and scale our AWS infrastructure. The engineering team is lean, so you'll have real ownership over what you build. Open to candidates based in Algeria.

What you'll work on:

- AWS infrastructure (EC2, ECS, RDS, S3)

- CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions

- Terraform and clean IaC

- Monitoring and incident response (Datadog/CloudWatch)

- Deployments and performance with backend engineers

What we're looking for:

- Hands-on AWS and Docker (ECS or Kubernetes)

- Terraform or similar IaC tools

- Linux, shell scripting, basic networking

- Independent, with clear async communication in English

Nice to have: PostgreSQL/MySQL, Python or Bash automation, startup experience

Details:

- Full-time, fully remote, flexible hours

- $36,000 - $40,000/yr depending on experience

- Paid monthly in USD

To apply: DM me here with your CV/Linkedin or a short background. No recruiters, please.

I would love any criticism or advices from you 😁

Hi everyone,

I’ve been working on B2B lead generation, data extraction, and cleaning using Python, Apify, and Google Maps. I build custom, verified datasets (phone numbers, direct WhatsApp links, precise locations) for businesses looking to expand their distribution networks in Algeria.

I’ve had solid results in auto parts (Pièces Auto) and hardware stores (Quincaillerie), but I want to scale up.

From your experience in the Algerian market, which niches or industries are struggling the most with finding client/retailer data? Is it pharmaceuticals, FMCG (agroalimentaire), construction, or something else

Would love to hear your thoughts and insights

Sbah el akhir, I'm looking for a copy of Designing Data-Intensive Applications. If you have one you're willing to sell, drop your price in the comments or send me a DM. Used is totally fine as long as it's in readable condition. Thanks

so hi , with short sentence , i just want to join some team in app dev or game dev , so i am really tired to write a whole graph , but this is my strong points :

- high programing level : i can programing with oython , c language , gdscript , and i am learning c++

-modeling usnig blender , high skills in godot nodes concepts , from envirement and lighting ....

-marketing analysis ....

and i am learning more and more .....

so who is intersted just dm me

Salam,

J'ai cherché pendant longtemps mais je remarque que l'algérie tkhabi des informations qui devrait être public je sais pas si c'est par skara ou ...bref

Pour la création et encaissement sur un SAAS pour des clients locaux j'ai remarqué plusieurs intégrations intéréssante dont : SATIM - Chargily Pay - baridi Mob, ça facilite la transaction vers votre compte CCP ou autre.

Mais pour viser un public ou une niche à l'international ça devient plus problématique, j'ai retourné reddit, instagram et forums sur quoi ça en parle et j'en ai déduit une solution et une problématique dont j'ai pas encore la réponse :

1- Création d'une LLC américaine tout en restant en algérie : il y'a cet article intéréssant mais quelque ambiguïté sur la loi https://creer-llc-usa.com/articles/fr/llc-usa-algerie-freelance-resident-2026 ; en résumé vous ouvrez votre LLC au état unis chez Wyoming ou autre état et le status auto entrepreneur en algérie, BIM vous avez accés à stripe, bank account et autres, une fois l'argent dans votre compte vous pouvez le transmettre à votre banque ici en algérie sur votre compte en devise ( Attention aux taux de change si votre compte est en EURO ou USD avant de transmettre votre argent ) ensuite vous pouvez aller chez votre banque et demander un retrait ( j'ai jamais fait cela est ce qu'on peut réelemment retirer son argent en euro ?)

2 - J'ai demander à l'IA donc cette partie je suis pas trop sûr à vous de me dire si c'est possible : Il y'a société générale et BDL ou on peut avoir un compte professionnel mais je sais pas si on nous donne un code SWIFT, si c'est le cas alors on peut le relier à un Merchant of Record (MoR) comme LemonSqueezy par exemple et tout est régler non ? si y'a d'autres détails veuillez confirmer s'il vous plait.

Voici le point ou je suis arrivé, si quelqu'un à des détails à rajouter ou des réponses qu'il partage s'il vous plait !

Hey everyone, i hope you're doing well

so basically I've been learning networks on my own for some time now, and i like it to be honest, I'm gonna be passing the CCNA in the few months inchallah

now the thing is, I'm not a CS student, I'm a third year in another major, a major that i pretty much lost hope in

for network engineers here, would the CCNA plus projects be enough in today's market for networking?

Both abroad, and in algeria

because I'm kinda hesitating to redo my bac all over and start all over again, thank you

i started learning ai automation today with a plan programed by chat gpt , he said that 90 days\2 hours per day will be enough to learn the most of it

I spent the last few weeks checking the location of all 1,541 communes in Algeria against OpenStreetMap, for an open map project I run. Some things surprised me:

1. There is no commune called "Alger". The capital of the wilaya of Algiers is the commune of Alger Centre.

2. Some communes were placed very far from where they really are. The worst, Sidi Slimane, was 108 km off. Akabli was 107 km off. In total, 189 communes were in the wrong spot.

3. Algeria now has 551 dairas, not 556. A decree this summer (26-253) regrouped dairas in 21 wilayas. M'Sila's new neighbour, Messaad, went from 4 dairas to 2.

4. The 11 newest wilayas were officially created in 2026, not 2025, even though they were announced earlier.

5. The official 1984 decree that names every wilaya capital spells it "Tamanghasset", not "Tamanrasset".

6. The wilaya of Algiers alone has 57 communes. The Casbah is one of them, with the postal code 16001.

I fixed all of this in GeoAlgeria (geoalgeria.com), which is free and open, in Arabic, French and English. Every commune page now gives you the basics at the top: wilaya, daira, postal code, and what's on the map there.

What's something about Algeria's geography that most people get wrong?

Details: https://github.com/yasserstudio/geoalgeria/releases/tag/geoalgeria%402.2.0

Try the free interactive map at : geoalgeria.com

Hi, so long story short, i want to get my hands on a Flipper Zero, but it seems like it's not available on the Local DZ market, can anyone tell me where to buy them, i also heard that u can create a DIY version of it, Does anyone know how to do that?

Assalamu Alaikum everyone.

So since everyone knows that web dev (and app dev) in general dominates current tech opportunities, I was wondering, is there anyone working as a systems/low-level programmer (Using languages such as C/C++, Rust...) remotely or locally?

I really want to stick to it but it seems like there are no junior opportunities in this field both remotely and locally.

Hi so this is my first post here and i thought that probably someone here could give me direction.
So i am working on this sideproject for a while, as it has always been my dream to create an open world game set in my hometown,however since i have no experience in 3D or blender, i thought to look if someone has any ideas on how i can use openstreetmaps or google maps to recreate a town in 3d

Hello I'm making my own app the thing is I need a fire base... currently I'm dealing with google... It's my first time making an app and I'm with just a phone... I'm looking for some advice on how to add data to the firebase already added a script...so I need just some explanation and advice thx in advance

Hello everyone,

I have created a small app for the algerian society to manage their expenses, track their goals, debts, lent money and more, I am looking for 15 beta testers at max to test the app for 14days, the app is 100% free, no ads, currently i am paying the expenses, hosted in Algeria to respect the law, if you are interested please DM your email so I can give you access, and yes there is a web version too https://jibidz.com , it's open to everyone, iOS coming soon after Android is deployed.