Please describe your proposed solution

Problem Perception:

The Cardano ecosystem, though robust in technological advancements, has historically underperformed in marketing and community engagement. This gap hinders the growth and adoption of the platform. Recognizing the need to enhance visibility and engagement, QUIZR aims to address this by making learning about and participating in the Cardano ecosystem more interactive and rewarding.

Approach:

Our approach leverages gamification and AI technology to create a unique and engaging user experience. QUIZR will utilize advanced AI to generate tailored quiz content that is both educational and engaging, ensuring that learning about Cardano is fun, informative, and accessible. By integrating quizzes at the end of each Cardano epoch, we provide continuous engagement and up-to-date information, fostering a knowledgeable and involved community.

Engagement Strategy:

QUIZR will engage a broad spectrum of users within the Cardano community—from new users seeking to learn about blockchain to existing members looking to deepen their understanding. Additionally, by spotlighting different projects and initiatives within Cardano through our epoch-end quizzes, we will engage project teams and stakeholders, providing them a platform to showcase their work and updates.

Impact Demonstration:

We will measure QUIZR's impact through user engagement metrics (quiz participation rates, user retention) and through direct feedback mechanisms within the app. Success will be further validated by observing an increase in the visibility and engagement of featured Cardano projects and initiatives.

Uniqueness and Benefits:

QUIZR stands out due to its dual focus on education and marketing, facilitated through gamification—a novel approach in the Cardano ecosystem. The platform not only benefits users by providing a more engaging way to learn and participate in the Cardano ecosystem but also supports projects by enhancing their visibility.

This aligns perfectly with Cardano's goals of decentralization and community empowerment, making QUIZR an essential tool for the ecosystem's growth.

Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

Value to the Cardano Community:

QUIZR will significantly enhance the Cardano community by providing a platform that increases both knowledge and engagement through interactive learning.

By making education about Cardano's technology, projects, and updates engaging and accessible, QUIZR helps grow an informed and active user base. This not only aids in onboarding new users but also empowers existing community members by keeping them updated and involved.

Moreover, by highlighting different Cardano projects at the end of each epoch, QUIZR aids in increasing the visibility and understanding of these initiatives, fostering a more cohesive ecosystem.

Impact Measurement:

The impact of QUIZR will be measured through several key metrics:

1. User Engagement: Tracking the number of active users, frequency of quiz participation, and retention rates.
2. Community Feedback: Collecting and analyzing user feedback on quiz content and the overall learning experience.
3. Project Visibility: Assessing the increase in engagement and interest in the Cardano projects featured in our quizzes.

Sharing Outputs and Opportunities:

The results and learnings from QUIZR will be openly shared with the Cardano community through several channels:

• Regular Reports: Publishing detailed performance and impact reports on community forums and via our website.
• Open Access Data: Providing access to anonymized data sets for community members and researchers to analyze and gain insights.
• Collaborative Events: Hosting webinars and participating in Cardano community events to discuss findings, updates, and future plans.

These methods ensure that the benefits of QUIZR extend beyond immediate users and contribute to the broader goal of building a more robust and cohesive Cardano community.

What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

We are the team that successfully built and launched CardanoBI.

The proposed solution will be built by the same team.

We have 24+ years' experience in software development for the financial industry and will be as transparent in our project reporting as we have been for the initial CardanoBI project.

We have all skills and experience required for both Frontend and Backend development tasks to complete this project in time and within budget.

What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Milestone 1: Milestone 1: Project Initiation and Framework Development

Objective: Establish the foundational architectural design of QUIZR, including technical specifications, UI design prototypes, and initial AI models approach for quiz generation.

Deliverables: Technical specification document, initial UI design prototypes, and a basic AI pipeline design.

Acceptance Criteria:

• End-to-End Solution Architecture and design.
• Selection and setup of development tools and server infrastructure.
• Project Management initialization and setup.
• Completion of project plan detailing timelines for subsequent milestones.

Milestone 2: Milestone 2: Development of Core Features part 1

Objective: Develop the primary functionalities of QUIZR, including wallet connector, quiz data model, quiz generator, quiz API to interact with the front end

Acceptance Criteria:

• Successful integration of existing Cardano wallets connector through the QUIZR platform.
• Successful implementation of the quiz management backend layer (data model, api).
• Successful implementation of the quiz AI generator

Milestone 3: Milestone 3: Development of Core Features part 2

Objective: Develop the secondary functionalities of QUIZR, including UI user experience and integration with the backend.

Acceptance Criteria:

• Successful implementation of the QUIZR landing page with wallet connection as our user authentication method.
• Successful implementation of the quiz UI framework allowing to present interactive questions and provide engaging gamified mechanics (leader board, badges)
• Successful implementation of the epoch's end calendar so users can see the upcoming quiz and their topics.
• Successful implementation of the engagement statistics/analytics page highlighting both end user results but also Cardano Project/Initiative highlights.

Milestone 4: Milestone 4: Integration Testing

Objective: Conduct thorough testing to ensure the end-to-end functionality, security, and usability of QUIZR.

Acceptance Criteria:

• Execution of comprehensive unit and integration tests.
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with a select group of beta testers from the Cardano community.
• Identification and remediation of all critical bugs and issues.

Milestone 5: Milestone 5: Community Engagement and Feedback Integration

Objective: Engage with the Cardano community to gather feedback and refine QUIZR's concept.

Acceptance Criteria:

• Conduct a series of community engagement sessions (webinars, workshops).
• Collection and analysis of feedback from beta testing and community interaction.
• Implementation of key improvements and feature enhancements based on community input.

Final Milestone: Milestone 6: Project Close-out and Dissemination

Objective: Finalize the project and disseminate the results across the Cardano community.

Acceptance Criteria:

• Completion of all feature developments and final bug fixes.
• Preparation and release of comprehensive documentation and user guides.
• Production of a close-out report and video showcasing the features and benefits of QUIZR.
• Official launch of QUIZR to the public.

Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

The same team that delivered CardanoBI REST API will deliver the Java SDK:

1.Lead, architect, backend/frontend dev: Thomas Langlois

<https://www.linkedin.com/in/langloisthomas>

2.Data architect, event-driven architect, backend dev: Ahmed Abouelnour

<https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmed-abouelnour-91828b8/>

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Milestone 1: Project Initiation and Framework Development

• Project Manager @ ₳100/h for 20h = ₳2,000
• Solution Architect @ ₳75/h for 30h = ₳2,250
• UI Designer @ ₳70/h for 20h = ₳1,400
• Infrastructure Costs (Servers, Tools) for 12 months = ₳3,000
• Total for Milestone 1 = ₳8,650

Milestone 2: Development of Core Features Part 1

• Frontend Developer @ ₳75/h for 200h = ₳15,000
• Backend Developer @ ₳75/h for 200h = ₳15,000
• Total for Milestone 2 = ₳30,000

Milestone 3: Development of Core Features Part 2

• Frontend Developer @ ₳75/h for 120h = ₳9,000
• Backend Developer @ ₳75/h for 120h = ₳9,000
• Total for Milestone 3 = ₳18,000

Milestone 4: Integration Testing

• Frontend Developer @ ₳75/h for 100h = ₳7,500
• Backend Developer @ ₳75/h for 100h = ₳7,500
• Total for Milestone 4 = ₳15,000

Milestone 5: Community Engagement and Feedback Integration

• Frontend Developer @ ₳75/h for 60h = ₳4,500
• Backend Developer @ ₳75/h for 60h = ₳4,500
• Total for Milestone 5 = ₳9,000

Milestone 6: Project Close-out and Dissemination

• Project Manager @ ₳100/h for 20h = ₳2,000
• Frontend Developer @ ₳75/h for 40h = ₳3,000
• Backend Developer @ ₳75/h for 40h = ₳3,000
• Total for Milestone 6 = ₳8,000

Additional Costs Across All Milestones

• Contingency Fund (10% of Total Direct Costs) = ₳9,655

Total Project Budget

• Total Direct Costs (excluding contingency) = ₳88,150
• Contingency = ₳9,655
• Total Budget Request = ₳97,805

No dependencies

How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

Justification of Costs:

• Professional Rates: The rates for project managers, developers, and designers are set at ₳75 to ₳100 per hour, reflecting the average freelance rates for skilled professionals in the software and blockchain development industry. These rates are consistent with prevailing market rates in the tech hubs globally, ensuring that the project attracts and retains high-calibre talent.

• Infrastructure Costs: The budget includes essential costs for servers and development tools crucial for building and maintaining a robust platform. These costs are benchmarked against typical prices for cloud services and software licenses used in scalable web applications.

• Efficiency of Budget Use: Each milestone is structured to maximize deliverable output while minimizing unnecessary expenditure. The phased approach ensures that resources are allocated efficiently, with continuous evaluations to adjust project scope and resource allocation as needed.

• Value Addition: QUIZR will enhance the Cardano ecosystem's visibility and user engagement through interactive, AI-driven educational content. This not only aids in community growth but also supports ongoing and future projects within the ecosystem by providing a platform for exposure and engagement.

Supporting Evidence:

• Market Research: Costs are derived from extensive market research into current rates and salaries in the tech industry. This research ensures that the budget reflects a realistic and competitive pricing structure that is both fair and conducive to high-quality project outcomes.

• Historical Data: Previous projects and benchmarks within the industry indicate that the budget levels proposed are typical for projects of this scope and technological complexity.

Value for Money:

Ultimately, QUIZR represents excellent value for money by promising substantial returns in terms of community engagement, educational impact, and marketing effectiveness.

The investment in QUIZR is an investment in empowering the Cardano community with a novel tool that will promote organic communities engagement, thereby fostering a more robust and active ecosystem.