However our platform isn't trying to solve a deficiency in git. Rather, it aims to introduce new features and capabilities that might not be essential to every project but could be beneficial to some. The introduction of a blockchain layer offers immutable, transparent and tamper proof versioning of code. It is augmenting the current collaboration flow. This could be crucial for certain projects where provenance and auditability are paramount.
Regarding tokenization, it could provide a novel means to incentivize open-source contributions. It might help projects attract and reward contributors, something that has been a long-standing challenge in open source development. In contract to traditional project governance models, Gitopia could foster a more decentralized approach for governance (even for projects), every token holder could have a say in the decision making, reducing the risk of undue influence by a single party, hence eliminating centralized control.
The need for these features varies greatly depending on the nature of requirements of each project . We believe in providing tools and options for those who find them useful or necessary. We are not suggesting a replacement of git or traditional practices, but rather an additional option for certain contexts.