{"signature": "0x593d39e1d8243d06e6c5f7671c9419580547db56e45227799d6e60e6ae41c72b3f32622991541a918264d37186471ee1919873649402eaaf83ac2f075eaa9b421b", "application": {"round": "0x58a39e49049a44c9349837f13b62363da2f2c81b", "answers": [{"type": "short-answer", "answer": "@haxfx", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram Handle (you can answer N/A if none)", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://github.com/Seistart/", "hidden": true, "question": "Project GitHub Repo", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "2", "hidden": true, "question": "Total Team Size", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "link", "answer": "https://discord.gg/GVVtm9mC", "hidden": true, "question": "Link to your Public Group (e.g. Discord or Telegram)", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "0", "hidden": true, "question": "Total Prior Funding for the project in USD", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Grants"], "hidden": true, "question": "Which of the following funding sources do you have?  Check all that apply", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "2", "hidden": true, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project?", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Previous Projects\nI've had the opportunity to work on several interesting projects in the blockchain space. Here are a few highlights:\n\nMisei: Developed as an NFT minting bot, Misei simplifies and automates the process of distributing NFTs. This project helped users enter the NFT market easily and securely, supporting the growth of digital art and collectibles.\n\nHappy Ape: Currently involved in developing tools for the Happy Ape ecosystem, which will be released soon. These tools are designed to enhance user experience and engagement. We have released the Beta for checking whitelisting on NFT launches, providing users with a simple way to verify their addresses for upcoming NFT drops.\n\nBlockchain Experience: I've worked on prominent blockchains such as Ethereum (ETH), Lisk, and Cardano. This experience has given me a deep understanding of various blockchain technologies and their applications.\n\nStakeboard: One of the key projects I developed is Stakeboard, a staking platform designed to connect validators and delegates in a secure, trustworthy, and efficient environment.", "hidden": true, "question": "Is there anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other affiliations? Is there anything else you'd like to add that may help determine project eligibility?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Decentralized Content Platforms", "Social Platforms and Fan Engagement", "Web3 Content Discovery, Creation, and Curation"], "hidden": true, "question": "Which of the SEI ecosystem themes does your project focus on? Please select all that apply and explain how your project contributes to each chosen theme.", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Connecting Members and Projects\nSeiStart is like a vibrant community hub for blockchain enthusiasts. It connects people who are working on exciting projects with those who are interested in learning about and supporting these projects.\n\nExample: Imagine you're a blockchain developer with a new project. SeiStart helps you get noticed by others who might want to follow your progress, give feedback, or even contribute to your project.\n\nShowcasing Influencers\nSeiStart gives influencers a platform to share their knowledge and grow their audience. Influencers get their own dedicated pages where they can post updates, share insights, and interact with their followers.\n\nExample: Your favorite crypto influencer can share their latest thoughts on DeFi, helping you stay informed while they gain more followers and build their reputation.\n\nEasy Access to Resources\nSeiStart acts as a one-stop shop for all the resources related to a project. Each project page includes important documents, articles, and tutorials, making it easy to find the information you need.\n\nExample: If you're curious about a new NFT project, you can quickly find its whitepaper, tutorials on how to use it, and articles discussing its impact.\n\nIncentivizing Participation\nTo keep the community active and engaged, SeiStart offers rewards to influencers and active users. By participating and contributing valuable content, users can earn points that can be redeemed for special perks.\n\nExample: An influencer who regularly posts insightful updates and engages with followers might earn points that give them extra visibility or exclusive access to new features.\n\nRandom Project Discovery\nSeiStart has a fun feature that lets you discover new projects randomly based on your interests. It’s like a “surprise me” button that helps you find new and exciting projects you might not have otherwise encountered.\n\nExample: If you're into gaming projects, hitting the random discovery button might introduce you to a new blockchain game that's gaining traction.\n\nCommunity-Driven Content\nSeiStart encourages users to upload and share content, making the platform rich with user-generated information. This ensures that the content is always relevant and up-to-date.\n\nExample: Community members can add FAQs, share how-to guides, or upload project updates, keeping the information fresh and useful for everyone.\n\nReal-Life Examples:\nFor a Developer: You can list your new Sei project on SeiStart, attract followers, get feedback, and maybe even find collaborators to help you build it.\n\nFor an Influencer: You get a dedicated page to share your expertise, engage with your followers, and grow your audience, all while earning rewards for your contributions.\n\nFor a Newcomer: You can easily explore different projects, learn from the resources provided, and stay updated with the latest trends in the blockchain space.", "hidden": true, "question": "How does your project create value for the SEI community? Please provide specific examples.", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "SeiStart is a new project designed to enrich the SEI community by providing a dedicated platform for blockchain enthusiasts, developers, and influencers. Although SeiStart itself is new, the team behind it has a solid history of contributing to the SEI ecosystem. Let's dive into how our past contributions set the stage for the value SeiStart will bring.", "hidden": true, "question": "Is this a new project or an ongoing initiative? If ongoing, please detail any contributions your project has already made to the SEI ecosystem.", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "To drive user adoption and participation on SeiStart, we’ve planned several initiatives designed to make the platform engaging, rewarding, and valuable for users. \n\nHere’s how we plan to do it:\n\n1. Influencer Partnerships\nWe’ll partner with well-known influencers in the blockchain space. These influencers will promote SeiStart, share their experiences, and create content on the platform.\n\nExample: Imagine your favorite blockchain YouTuber sharing a tutorial on SeiStart, explaining how to use the platform and showcasing its benefits. Their followers are likely to join to get more of their content and interact with them.\n\n2. Rewards and Incentives\nTo keep users active, we’ll offer rewards for various actions on the platform. This can include creating content, engaging with posts, or inviting friends.\n\nExample: Users might earn points for every new project they follow, which they can later exchange for exclusive perks, such as early access to new features or enhanced profile visibility.\n\n3. Community Events\nWe’ll organize online events like hackathons, webinars, and Q&A sessions with project leaders and influencers. These events will foster community interaction and learning.\n\nExample: A monthly Q&A session where users can ask questions directly to the developers of their favorite projects or to influencers who are experts in the field.\n\n4. Content Creation Contests\nTo encourage high-quality content, we’ll host contests where users can submit articles, videos, or tutorials about blockchain projects or technology. Winners will get featured on the platform and receive rewards.\n\nExample: A contest for the best tutorial on how to create a decentralized app (dApp), with the winner receiving a prize and having their tutorial featured prominently on SeiStart.\n\n5. Easy Onboarding\nWe’ll ensure the onboarding process is simple and user-friendly. New users will receive a welcome guide and have access to tutorials that help them navigate and utilize the platform effectively.\n\nExample: A new user signing up will get a step-by-step tutorial on how to set up their profile, follow projects, and start engaging with the community.\n\n6. Exclusive Access and Previews\nActive users will get exclusive access to new features, beta tests, and previews of upcoming projects. This makes them feel valued and more connected to the platform.\n\nExample: Users who consistently contribute high-quality content might get early access to a new feature that allows for live streaming project updates.\n\n7. Social Media Integration\nWe’ll leverage social media to promote user-generated content and events. By sharing highlights and success stories, we’ll draw more users to the platform.\n\nExample: Highlighting a user’s comprehensive project review on our social media channels, which can drive traffic to their profile and to SeiStart.\n\n8. Personalized Recommendations\nUsing tags and user activity, SeiStart will recommend projects and content tailored to each user’s interests, keeping them engaged and discovering new things.\n\nExample: If you’re interested in DeFi projects, SeiStart will suggest new and trending DeFi projects for you to check out, making the discovery process exciting and relevant.", "hidden": true, "question": "What initiatives will you employ to drive user adoption and participation? Describe any planned activities or programs.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Requirements\n\nUser Management\n\nUser Registration and Login\nAs a new user, I want to register an account using my wallet address, so I can access the platform.\n\nAs a registered user, I want to log in using my wallet address, so I can access my account.\n\nUser Roles\nAs an admin, I want to assign roles to users (Admin, Ambassador, Project Manager, Community Member), so I can manage permissions.\n\nAs a user, I want to view my role, so I know my permissions.\n\nUser Profile\nAs a community member, I want to manage my profile, so I can update my information and social links.\n\nAs a moderator, I want to add social links to user profiles, so they can be verified.\n\nProject Management\n\nProject Creation and Management\nAs an admin, I want to create and manage projects, so I can update project details.\n\nAs a user, I want to follow and like projects, so I can receive notifications and express interest.\n\nProject Stages\nAs a project manager, I want to define project stages (LocalPrivate, Devnet, Testnet, Mainnet), so I can track project progress.\n\nProject Details\nAs a user, I want to view project details (Name, Descriptions, Stage, Social Links, Tags), so I can learn about the project.\n\nTags and Categories\nAs a user, I want to filter projects by tags (e.g., AI, DeFi, Gaming), so I can find projects of interest.\n\nProject Images\nAs an ambassador or admin, I want to upload images for a project, so I can visually represent the project.\n\nRelated Projects by Tag\nAs a user, I want to fetch a random set of projects based on a tag under a related project page, so I can explore similar projects.\n\nIncentives and Community Engagement:\nInfluencer Program to attract and retain influencers\n\nExposure features for influencers (dedicated profile sections, featured content)\n\nReward system based on engagement metrics (views, likes, shares)\n\nNotifications and Interactions\n\nNotifications\nAs a user, I want to receive notifications for projects I follow, so I stay updated on project changes.\n\nLikes and Following\nAs a user, I want to like and follow projects, so I can show support and receive updates.\n\nFAQs and Resources\n\nFAQs\nAs a user, I want to view FAQs for each project, so I can get answers to common questions.\n\nResources\nAs an authorized user, I want to upload resources (Title, URL) to projects, so I can share useful information.\n\nSocial Integration\n\nSocial Links\nAs a user, I want to view social media links for projects, so I can follow their updates on different platforms.\nInfrastructure and Deployment\n\nTechnology Stack\nFrontend:\nFramework: Next.js 14\nStyling: Tailwind CSS\n\nBackend:\nFramework: Node.js with Express or Bun\nDatabase: PostgreSQL for relational data, Redis for caching\n\nAuthentication: JWT (JSON Web Tokens) for secure authentication\n\nBlockchain Integration:\nWallet Integration: Web3.js or Ethers.js for interaction with blockchain wallets\n\nHosting and Deployment:\nFrontend Hosting: Vercel\nBackend Hosting: AWS (EC2 for servers, S3 for storage, RDS for databases) or Heroku\n\nCI/CD: GitHub Actions or Jenkins for continuous integration and deployment\n\nMonitoring and Logging:\nMonitoring: Prometheus with Grafana for real-time monitoring\n\nLogging: ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for centralized logging\n\nDeployment Process\n\nDevelopment Environment Setup\nLocal setup for frontend, backend, and database\nIntegration with blockchain wallets for local testing\n\nStaging Environment\nDeploy a staging version of the application on cloud infrastructure (AWS/Heroku)\n\nUse separate staging databases and blockchain testnets\n\nContinuous integration setup for automatic deployment to staging on code merge\n\nProduction Environment\nDeploy the application on cloud infrastructure (AWS/Heroku) with production databases and mainnet\nImplement backup strategies for databases and files\nSet up load balancers and auto-scaling for handling traffic\n\nMonitoring and Maintenance\nImplement real-time monitoring for performance and uptime\nSet up alerts for critical issues and automatic scaling policies\n\nMilestones\nMilestone 1: Initial Setup and User Management\nDuration: 2 weeks\nTasks:\nSet up the database structure.\nImplement user registration and login.\nImplement user roles and profile management.\nSetup development environment for frontend and backend.\n\nMilestone 2: Project Management and Design\nDuration: 3 weeks\nTasks:\nImplement project creation and management features.\nDevelop functionality for defining and managing project stages.\nImplement project details view with descriptions, stages, social links, and tags.\nDesign the user interface for project management.\nDeploy to staging environment for testing.\n\nMilestone 3: Interaction Features and Ambassador Outreach\nDuration: 2 weeks\nTasks:\nImplement follow and like functionalities for projects.\nDevelop the notifications system for project updates.\nContact and onboard ambassadors to the platform.\nPopulate the platform with initial projects, user profiles, and content provided by ambassadors.\nMonitor staging environment and fix issues.\n\nMilestone 4: Content Management and Image Upload\nDuration: 3 weeks\nTasks:\nImplement the FAQs feature.\nDevelop the resources upload feature for authorized users.\nImplement image upload functionality for projects by ambassadors and admins.\nPopulate the platform with additional content and images for projects.\nPrepare for production deployment.\n\nMilestone 5: Social Integration, Related Projects, Finalization, and Launch\nDuration: 2 weeks\nTasks:\nImplement social media link integration for projects.\nImplement the feature to fetch a random set of related projects based on a tag under a related project page.\nConduct thorough testing and bug fixing.\nSet up monitoring and logging for the production environment.\nPrepare 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It's a platform where you can find all sorts of projects and people related to the Sei Network, neatly categorized and easy to explore. Whether you're into the financial side of blockchain, like DeFi, or into more creative uses, like NFTs, SeiStart helps find projects and people that are interesting and relevant. It's designed to be super user-friendly, making it easier for people, whether they're developers, investors, or just curious about blockchain, to discover and connect with these projects. Beyond just listing projects, SeiStart also aims to build a community, encouraging users to share resources and collaborate, thereby strengthening the ecosystem around the Sei Network. Seistart will bring trust to the ecosystem and enable the highest potential of the network by bringing projects and community members closer to each other.", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "seistartdotcom"}, "recipient": "0x23078a0212ea2892f55ef1659811ff841f853e17"}}