{"signature": "0xaf69f7f9b1293f4ee6cef6d46a20a9fbd4395e0751513e3e15e9d5a13622897147aa6477e781edfc2e3cd85fdac8a617dd5d23e25cdb29e0c30096fd74a426ec1b", "application": {"round": "0x145052e87140b7309f6ee18ba12fc187560d5d89", "answers": [{"type": "email", "answer": "raghavjindal0212@gmail.com", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "hibernuts0", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram Handle We Can Use To Contact You", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://github.com/DecentraSchool/decentraclasses", "hidden": false, "question": "Project Github Repo", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "link", "answer": "https://t.me/acadlayerhq", "hidden": false, "question": "Link to your Public Group Chat", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": false, "question": "Have you participated in a previous Gitcoin Grants Round? If so, please name the rounds or link the builder profile to prior rounds.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Layer 2 Scalability with ZK-Rollups\n\nAcadLayer leverages Layer 2 ZK-Rollup technology to enhance the scalability of educational applications on Ethereum. By processing transactions off-chain and batching them into a single proof on Ethereum, AcadLayer significantly reduces gas fees and increases transaction throughput.\nImpact Metrics:\nUp to 90% reduction in transaction costs compared to Layer 1.\nImproved throughput with thousands of transactions per second (TPS) for minting credentials, verifying ZK Talent Proofs, and interacting with on-chain educational games.\nZK Talent Proofs for Verifiable Credentials\n\nAcadLayer introduces ZK Talent Proofs, a privacy-preserving, on-chain credentialing system. It uses ZK-SNARKs to validate educational achievements, skills, and participation while keeping sensitive data private.\nContribution to Ethereum:\nAdds privacy-preserving verifiable credentials to the Ethereum ecosystem.\nEnhances reputation-based DeFi and on-chain hiring with authenticated, tamper-proof skill attestations.\nModular APIs and SDKs\n\nAcadLayer offers a decentralized application layer with APIs and SDKs that developers can integrate into their own dApps, expanding the Ethereum network’s infrastructure.\nImpact:\nSupports plug-and-play integration for educational institutions and platforms, accelerating Ethereum adoption in EdTech.\nMetrics: APIs and SDKs are designed to support thousands of dApp interactions with minimal on-chain gas fees.\nOn-Chain Educational Games\n\nAcadLayer builds blockchain-based educational games using Ethereum smart contracts. These games integrate with on-chain assets, such as NFTs for rewards and progression tracking.\nContribution:\nIncreases user engagement and on-chain activity through gamified learning experiences.\nDrives Ethereum adoption among students, educators, and gaming enthusiasts.\nDecentralized Identity with AcadLayer ID\n\nThe AcadLayer ID uses Ethereum-based decentralized identifiers (DIDs) for students, educators, and institutions. It offers self-sovereign identity verification on-chain.\nImpact:\nBoosts user privacy and control over personal data.\nEnables secure authentication for cross-platform interoperability within the Ethereum ecosystem.\nDAO Governance and Community Involvement\n\nAcadLayer introduces DAO-based governance powered by Ethereum smart contracts, allowing students, educators, and developers to participate in decision-making.\nImpact:\nEnhances Ethereum network decentralization through community-led governance.\nEnsures transparent and autonomous protocol upgrades.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project contribute significantly to the Ethereum network's infrastructure? Please provide specific examples and metrics if available.", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Pioneering Developments in AcadLayer\nZK Talent Proofs:\n\nPrivacy-preserving, on-chain skill verification using ZK-SNARKs.\nInteroperable AcadLayer ID:\n\nCross-platform decentralized ID with user-controlled authentication.\nModular APIs & SDKs:\n\nPlug-and-play solutions for seamless Web2 to Web3 integration.\nGamified On-Chain Learning:\n\nEducational games with on-chain rewards to boost engagement.\n✅ Impact: AcadLayer drives privacy, interoperability, and user-friendly experiences on Ethereum.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe any pioneering development work in your project, particularly in enhancing privacy, interoperability, or user experience.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "High Gas Fees & Low Scalability:\n\nSolution: AcadLayer uses ZK-Rollups to batch transactions, reducing gas fees by up to 90% and boosting throughput.\nImprovement: More affordable and scalable on-chain interactions for educational dApps.\nLack of Privacy in Credentials:\n\nSolution: ZK Talent Proofs enable verifiable skill attestations without exposing sensitive data.\nImprovement: Privacy-preserving credentials, unlike traditional public on-chain attestations.\nFragmented Identity Systems:\n\nSolution: AcadLayer ID offers cross-platform, decentralized identity with DID standards.\nImprovement: Enhances interoperability and user control over identity.\nComplex Web2 to Web3 Integration:\n\nSolution: Modular APIs and SDKs for plug-and-play adoption.\nImprovement: Simplifies Web2 to Web3 transitions for educational platforms.", "hidden": false, "question": "What specific problems or challenges in the Ethereum ecosystem does your project address? How does your solution improve upon existing alternatives?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Phase 1: Core Development (Months 1-3)\nGoals:\nLaunch ZK Talent Proofs for on-chain credential verification.\nDeploy AcadLayer ID for decentralized identity.\nRelease APIs and SDKs for dApp integration.\nGrant Utilization:\n60%: Smart contract development & ZK-Rollup integration.\n20%: Security audits.\n20%: DevOps and infrastructure.\n🚀 Phase 2: Platform Expansion (Months 4-6)\nGoals:\nIntegrate on-chain educational games with NFT rewards.\nOnboard early adopters (institutions & developers).\nLaunch community-driven pilot programs.\nGrant Utilization:\n50%: Game and NFT integration.\n30%: Marketing & partnerships.\n20%: Community engagement.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Outline your project's roadmap and how the grant funds will be used to achieve your development goals.", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "ZK-Rollup-Powered Scalability:\n\nUses ZK-Rollups to batch transactions, reducing congestion on Ethereum Layer 1.\nImpact: Enhances network efficiency while maintaining Ethereum’s security.\nDecentralized Identity (AcadLayer ID):\n\nImplements Ethereum DIDs for self-sovereign identity.\nImpact: Increases user privacy and control over personal data.\nDAO Governance:\n\nCommunity-driven decision-making through on-chain DAO voting.\nImpact: Ensures decentralized protocol upgrades and transparency.\nZK Talent Proofs:\n\nPrivacy-preserving, on-chain credential verification without exposing sensitive data.\nImpact: Strengthens data security while boosting verifiable reputation systems.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project contribute to the decentralization and security of the Ethereum network?", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "0xe309B3e0d2bF2df0115ad942368e1766c7E1f53f", "hidden": false, "question": "For any project deploying smart contracts on blockchain networks, please list all your deployer addresses and their corresponding blockchain networks. Use this format for each entry: [deployer_address], [chain_id]—for example, 0x123abc..., 42161 (This represents a deployer address on the Arbitrum network). Please include a separate line for each unique deployer address and blockchain combination.", "questionId": 10}], "project": {"id": "0xdc857f3edfc8293b33fed09280ab335ef62a58001f7f899b1d8089b6e49f6ea0", "title": "Acadlayer", "logoImg": "bafkreiam75rq7mk5cfsxypbnafocpqgh3roralycnuo26scujlklc3juoa", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreieafh6o7r7oezj3g6fjgxdc7lcqqcwf3wpxchsajxn4mkecbr5j5i", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://acadlayer.xyz", "bannerImg": "bafkreic2nt2lchcv4rmo7z2mkzk4qh36haxqtbghdkwf52cyfziadefagi", "createdAt": 1740036950681, "userGithub": "AcadLayer", "credentials": {}, "description": "AcadLayer is a decentralized education protocol built as an Avalanche L1 subnet, ensuring scalability, security, and low-cost transactions for global learners. It integrates ZK Talent Proofs, AI-driven personalized learning, and on-chain skill verification. The ecosystem includes Decentraclasses (Learn-to-Earn platform), BlockDevs (developer cohorts), and InstaLearn (AI tutor). AcadLayer provides modular APIs and SDKs for easy integration, fostering a permissionless, on-chain education economy.  \n\nOur Goals:  \n- Enable decentralized skill verification with ZK proofs.  \n- Power scalable education dApps via Avalanche subnet.  \n- Provide AI-driven personalized learning experiences.  \n- Offer plug-and-play SDKs & APIs for seamless integration.  \n- Bridge Web2 developers to Web3 via gamified learning.  \n\nImpact:  \nAcadLayer transforms education by creating a trustless, transparent, and incentivized learning ecosystem where skills are verifiable, learning is personalized, and opportunities are global. 🚀\n\nTestnet link : https://subnets-test.avax.network/subnets/fNT8uG2FAh5FWmfD3sJGq6pf4jkCqFWX9aUEEuDUD4Ltnvr3z", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "AcadLayer", "projectTwitter": "AcadLayerhq"}, "recipient": "0xe309B3e0d2bF2df0115ad942368e1766c7E1f53f"}}