Project Name: CryptoConnect
Name of the organization or individual submitting the proposal: BlockWave Solutions
Describe your project:
CryptoConnect is a collaborative platform designed to facilitate idea sharing and project collaboration within the Sia ecosystem and beyond. It provides a space for users from diverse blockchain communities to connect, work together, and drive innovation.
Key Features (Phase 1):
- Collaborative Workspaces: Virtual spaces for managing projects and team collaboration.
- Idea Boards: Interactive boards for posting, discussing, and voting on ideas.
- Real-Time Chat: Instant messaging for seamless communication.
- Document Sharing: Secure sharing of documents and files within workspaces.
- Task Management: Basic tools for task assignment, deadline setting, and progress tracking.
- Like and Comment System: Ability to like and comment on ideas, posts, and shared documents to facilitate feedback and engagement.
How does the projected outcome serve the Foundation’s mission of user-owned data?
CryptoConnect supports the Foundation’s mission by utilizing Sia’s decentralized storage to ensure that user data and communications remain secure and under user control. By facilitating collaboration and interaction across blockchain communities, CryptoConnect enhances Sia’s visibility while upholding the principles of data ownership and privacy.
Milestones for Phase 1 (4-month plan):
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Month 1-2:
Design user interfaces and experiences for workspaces, idea boards, and the like/comment system.
Develop core functionalities: chat, document sharing, task management, and basic like/comment features.
Begin initial testing with a small user group to gather feedback and refine features. -
Month 3:
Refine the collaborative features, including like and comment functionalities, based on initial feedback.
Conduct further testing to ensure stability and usability. -
Month 4:
Prepare for a beta release to a broader user base.
Collect user feedback and identify areas for improvement.
Budget for Phase 1:
- Development Costs: $5,500
Includes coding and implementing core functionalities: workspaces, chat, document sharing, task management, and like/comment system.
Design Costs: $2,500
Covers user interface and user experience design, including like and comment features.
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Server Costs: $1,000
Covers server expenses for testing and deployment. -
Contingency Costs: $1,000
Reserved for unforeseen expenses and additional adjustments based on feedback.
Total Phase 1 Cost: $10,000
Phase 2 (Future Expansion):
Post-Phase 1, the following features will be developed in Phase 2:
- User Profiles: Enhanced profiles showcasing skills, interests, and past projects.
- Discussion Forums: Advanced forums for more detailed discussions.
- Event Scheduling: Tools for managing virtual meetings and collaborative sessions.
- Cross-Blockchain Integration: Functionality to include participants from other blockchain communities.
Milestones for Phase 2 (Timeline and Budget to be determined):
- Feature Expansion: Implement additional features and integrations based on Phase 1 feedback.
- Beta Testing: Test expanded features and gather user feedback.
- Final Release: Launch the enhanced version and plan for ongoing updates and improvements.
Budget for Phase 2: To be determined based on the results and feedback from Phase 1.
Development Information
Will all of your project’s code be open-source?
Yes, all of CryptoConnect’s code will be open-source to support transparency and community contributions.
Leave a link where code will be accessible for review:
CryptoConnect GitHub Repository
More will be shared as we progress with development
Do you agree to submit monthly progress reports?
Yes, we agree to submit monthly progress reports as required.
Contact info
Email: [email protected]
Any other preferred contact methods:
[email protected]