I built The Zone to solve the "noise" problem in software discovery.

Most directories suffer from infinite scroll and bot inflation. My hypothesis is that scarcity creates focus.

The mechanics:

    Strict Limit: Only 9 projects compete per 24-hour cycle.

    Elimination: Based on voting (verified via X-Auth), the "Safe Zone" shrinks.

    SEO Value: The winner takes the archive spot, securing a permanent, high-quality backlink for their domain authority.

    Monetization Experiment: I added a feature where sponsors can "bet" on a card to get visibility if that card wins.

Registrations are open today for the first batch starting tomorrow.

Stack: Next.js + PostgreSQL. Curious to hear your thoughts on the elimination mechanic.