Rebuilt in 3 Days: DMs Are Back — and Better Than Ever

May 3, 2025 · 2 min read ·

After a major setback wiped our codebase, we rebuilt Tavrn's 1-to-1 DM system from scratch — in just 3 days. This post breaks down how we did it, what’s new, and why it’s already better than before.

After losing our original codebase, we had two choices:
Start over slowly and mourn the loss…
Or hit the ground running and build something better.

We chose the second one.

The DM System, Reborn

It only took 3 days — but our 1-to-1 messaging system is back.
Fully rebuilt from the ground up. Clean. Fast. Future-proof.
And, honestly? It’s better than what we had before.

We redesigned how messages move, how conversations flow, and how it all scales.
What used to feel basic now feels tight — like something you’ll actually want to use every day.

What’s New?

Here’s a little peek at what’s already working in our new DM system:

🔒 Fast messaging with improved delivery speeds
🌙 Sleeker UI built with clarity and vibe in mind
🗂️ Better message rendering
💬 Typing indicators and presence detection, redone the right way
⚡️ A system that can grow without getting messy

And we’re just getting started.

What’s Next?

Now that DMs are locked in, we’re moving on to polish other core features — including group chats, profiles, and real-time updates.

Every step is built with community, performance, and personality in mind.
No bloat. No noise. Just smooth, satisfying conversation.

We’re Still Here — and Still Moving Fast

Setbacks happen. But we’re proud of how we responded:
By building. By improving. By actually shipping something better.

If you’ve been waiting on Tavrn — thank you.
The foundation is back. And the future’s right behind it.

— Tavrn