every.channel/evolution/proposals/ECP-0039-web-ia.md

ECP-0039: Web Site IA (minimal, warm) and Shared Language

Status: Draft

Problem

We need a friendly public entry point that explains:

• What every.channel is.
• How to watch (link-first).
• How to find streams (directory).
• How to participate (run a node).

The current UI is app-shaped. The repo has apps/web/ but no actual site yet.

Decision

Add a minimal static site in apps/web/ (Dioxus + Trunk) with a clear information architecture:

• Watch
• Directory
• Participate
• About

Use plain language consistent with the app:

• "Watch a link"
• "Nearby (same Wi-Fi)"
• "Public (internet)"
• "Directory"
• "Sharing key"

Design Notes

• Clean and minimal, but warm.
• A subtle nod to old TV (very light scanlines / glow).
• No protocol terms in user-facing copy.

Consequences

• Provides a coherent landing page and language baseline for the app.
• The site is static and does not attempt to play streams in-browser yet.

Follow-ups

• Add an install section once we have stable releases.
• Add a real directory browsing UI when the gateway story is ready.