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Gamepatch Overview
Gamepatch is a custom system built with Ruby on Rails that injects simulated conversations into Mastodon. It plays a crucial role in the TactCheck project, enabling the simulation of social media dynamics, including the spread of propaganda, hoaxes, and disinformation.
Features
- Conversation Injection: Automatically posts predefined conversations into Mastodon from a Google Spreadsheet.
- Integration: Seamlessly integrates with Mastodon (Glitch Edition) to simulate real-world social media interactions.
- Customization: Easily configurable to support various themes and scenarios.
Configuration
Gamepatch is located in the Mastodon directory at /home/{user}/live/gamepatch. Ensure all required environment variables are set correctly in the .env file.
Explore more about the Express backend in the next section.