In this article, we'll take a deep dive into Open Solmap theory and explore how this community-driven project empowers users.

At the core of Solmaps lies the power to claim digital sovereignty over a 'plot'—a unique segment of consecutive slots on the Solana blockchain.

Solmaps introduces the concept of owning a plot—a continuous set of 1,000 consecutive Solana slots. Each Solmap Inscription represents ownership of these slots, allowing holders to explore and lay claim to on-chain data from that specific range.

In the context of Solana's blockchain, slots play a crucial role in organizing and validating transactions. Each slot represents a unit of time, akin to a frame in a film reel, and within that time frame, numerous transactions are processed and confirmed. Solana's approach diverges from the traditional Bitcoin blockchain, which relies on a structure built around blocks.

While Bitcoin processes transactions in fixed-size blocks, Solana's innovation lies in its utilization of dynamic slots. Unlike the rigid block structure of Bitcoin's blockchain, Solana's slots enable a more flexible and scalable system. The dynamic nature of slots allows for high throughput and efficiency in transaction processing. This distinction, especially in the context of the Open Solmap Theory, forms the foundation for the concept of claiming digital ownership over specific slots and exploring the rich data landscape within Solana's blockchain.

Solmaps adheres to provenance and indexing rules, validated by its open-source program. Solmaps are inscriptions on Solana, this is a new standard for storing immutable data on-chain. Immutable inscriptions on Solana allow for the Open Solmap standard to follow the first-is-first rule. This rule ensures the legitimacy and uniqueness of each Solmap, preventing the creation of duplicate plots.

Solmaps open doors to endless possibilities, from metaverse games to generative art and data visualization. The community is encouraged to contribute to the Solmap universe by integrating native Solana properties of slots and blocks.

Just like Bitcoin's Bitmaps, Solmaps will feature native traits that imbue each unique plot with distinct characteristics. The development and maintenance of these traits will be a collaborative effort within the community. Initially, a set of standard traits will be introduced, with plans to expand the repertoire as the community reaches a consensus.

The following traits represent the initial additions to the Solmaps collection:

This trait refers to the number of digits in the Solmap inscription. For example, "1.solmap" would have a single digit, "21.solmap" would have two digits, and "543.solmap" would have three digits.

The "same digits'' trait implies that all digits within the Solmap inscription are identical. An example would be "777.solmap," where all three digits are the same.

The "palindrome digits" trait involves having a sequence of digits that reads the same backward as forward. For instance, "101101.solmap" forms a palindrome, as the sequence of digits is identical when read from left to right or right to left.

A hashlist is essentially a list of cryptographic hash values associated with specific Solmap inscriptions. By allowing communities to propose and update traits through hashlists, Solmaps fosters continuous creativity and ensures that the collection remains dynamic and reflective of the community's evolving preferences.

In a commitment to maintaining a strong link between the Open Solmaps project and its community, a temporary council has been established to provide support during the project's initial phases. Comprising notable members in the Solana and Solana inscription space, the temporary council assumes the responsibility of guiding the project. @NeftWorld, @KEMOS4BE, @IMSOnft_Chris, @ZK_shark, and @0xNIC0If will take the lead in overseeing the distribution of funds in collaboration with the community.

At the heart of Solmaps' decentralized model lies the community multisig wallet—a central hub where all mint proceeds from the smart contract are kept. Following the mint, Magic Eden will step back, underscoring our dedication to transforming this project into an authentically community-driven initiative.

For those eager to participate, the mint will feature 230k plots, each priced at $2.

Solmap introduces an unprecedented opportunity for ownership of Solana transaction history, represented visually in plots containing 1000 slots each. Minting is set to go live at 4:20 ET on 12/20. All mint proceeds will be directed to a temporary multisig wallet 72GEqCXZ5GLWnCWon5LBXjsZaoUh8jmarhXoBXnFr6CB.

The proceeds will be transferred to a multisig wallet managed by a designated group, including signers such as @NeftWorld, @KEMOS4BE, @IMSOnft_Chris, @ZK_shark, and @0xNIC0. This group will decide on fund dispersal in collaboration with the community. For those interested in delving deeper into Solmaps, you can have a read of the whitepaper and the Github documentation.