getting familiar with a decentralized data network doesn't necessarily mean you need permission to contribute right away @vangrid_io separates exploring the platform from uploading captures, and that distinction is worth noticing anyone can browse the open Bounties, inspect map locations and see what kind of real world data requesters are looking for the restriction only appears when you try to submit footage, where an Invite Code is required the onboarding flow is essentially: → connect your wallet → explore available Bounties and map coverage → identify locations with active demand → use an Invite Code to unlock capture uploads i actually like the idea of being able to understand the network before becoming a contributor you can check whether there are useful opportunities nearby, learn what requesters need and plan a capture route without immediately having upload access it also makes the barrier more specific: discovering demand is open, while contributing new data requires an invitation one interesting question is whether this encourages people to prepare their routes before joining, rather than simply recording whatever they happen to pass would you spend time scouting nearby Bounties before receiving an Invite Code, or wait until you can upload before exploring the map?