Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources
The total budget for the proposed project is estimated at 200,000 ADA, equivalent to 60,000 USD at the current ADA price of 0.30 USD. This plan is designed to efficiently deliver the project within 6 months, ensuring quality while addressing all cost considerations.
Senior Developers:
Hiring two senior developers is essential for the successful completion of the project within the specified timeframe. Their combined expertise will be crucial for delivering high-quality, secure code.
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Hourly Rate: Senior developers’ rates range from 80-120 USD per hour.
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Estimated Total Cost in ADA (6 months):
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80 USD/hour: For two developers working full-time (40 hours per week for 6 months), the total cost per developer would be 76,800 USD, equivalent to 128,000 ADA.
Thus, hiring two senior developers at the 80 USD/hour rate will collectively cost approximately 256,000 ADA over the full project duration. However, since the total project budget is 200,000 ADA, the cost per developer will be split, bringing each developer's effective budget allocation down to 100,000 ADA for the duration of the project.
Managing Price Volatility
To mitigate the risks associated with ADA's price volatility, the project will implement Fixed-Rate Contracts (Partial):
- A fixed portion of each developer’s payment will be denominated in ADA at the contract’s start, while the remaining portion will be paid in a stable currency, ensuring predictable compensation despite ADA price fluctuations.
Tools & Services
The project will require essential third-party tools and services to support efficient and secure development.
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Infrastructure: $800/year (~2,667 ADA)
- This cost covers hosting, servers, and cloud resources required for continuous development and deployment. The selection of cost-effective infrastructure ensures uninterrupted progress with minimal overhead.
Community Engagement & Publicity
Community engagement and promotion are vital for raising awareness and ensuring the project's long-term success.
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Community Engagement & Marketing: $3,000 (~10,000 ADA)
- This budget will be allocated to community outreach, educational content creation, and promotional activities within the Cardano ecosystem to ensure visibility and adoption of the project.
Contingency Fund & Continued Maintenance
A contingency fund has been established to address unforeseen costs or challenges that may arise during the project, ensuring smooth execution and continued maintenance.
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Contingency Fund: 20,000 ADA (10% of the total budget)
- This fund will provide flexibility to manage unexpected expenses, serving as a safety net to keep the project on track.