Powering Cardano DAOs with AI

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Arda Erturk

[GENERAL] Email address of main applicant

arda@justbonfire.com

Additional applicants

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[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

2

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

No

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.” .

No dependencies

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

No

[GENERAL] If NO, please describe which outputs are not going to be open source. If YES, please write “Project will be fully open source.”

The project won't be open-sourced. DAO contributes are able to use our admin dashboard to integrate the tools into Bonfire (such as Discord, Discourse, Notion, etc.) and generate knowledge base and chatbots through the dashboard.

[METADATA] Category of proposal

Data tools

[IMPACT] Please describe your proposed solution.

Bonfire enables companies to build enterprise-grade chatGPT, trained on their data. We provide seamless integration with over 50 popular platforms, including DAO tools, empowering DAO members to make smarter decisions and drive the growth of their DAO.

We empower DAOs to define their own use cases using a single prompt - whether it's an internal grant evaluation bot or an onboarding assistant for new members, everything is customized for DAOs' unique needs.

You can think of this like a chatGPT, built for your DAO.

Experience the Bonfire Demo: [Gitcoin Demo](https://gitcoin.justbonfire.com/)

What Can You Do with Bonfire?

-  Onboarding Support: Guiding new members on how to get started, including setting up a wallet and acquiring the DAO's token.

-  Developer Assistance: Answer developer questions, provide coding help, and offer resources for building on Cardano.

-  Initiatives: Access information about initiatives, programs, and opportunities for participation.

-  Resource Navigation: Discover various resources, including developer docs, whitepapers, and recommended tools.

-  Ecosystem Insights: Gain insights into the ecosystem, including the ecosystem fund and collaboration opportunities.

-  Proposal Summaries: Receive concise summaries of proposals and forum discussions.

- Community Updates: Stay informed about the latest news, events, and developments within the community and ecosystem.

[IMPACT] How does your proposed solution address the challenge and what benefits will this bring to the Cardano ecosystem?

By providing an integrated chatbot solution, we aim to enhance community engagement, streamline onboarding processes, and promote efficient information management within the ecosystem.

Through our chatbot platform, we enable seamless access to information and resources, overcoming the decentralized nature of DAOs that often leads to fragmented data across various tools. This facilitates effective collaboration, decision-making, and participation among community members, ultimately strengthening the Cardano ecosystem.

The benefits of our solution are multifold. Firstly, it will attract and onboard individuals from web2 backgrounds who may find the technical complexities of DAOs daunting. By offering an intuitive and user-friendly interface through our chatbots, we make it easier for newcomers to get involved, expanding the community and fostering a more inclusive environment.

Additionally, our solution empowers DAOs to explore limitless use cases through customized chatbots. This opens up opportunities for streamlined governance processes, efficient proposal drafting, enhanced grant application management, and AI-powered scoring mechanisms. By automating and optimizing these workflows, our solution saves time and resources, enabling DAOs to focus on their core missions and drive meaningful impact.

In terms of impact, we anticipate a significant increase in community participation and engagement as a direct result of our solution. We aim to attract a substantial number of new users to the Cardano ecosystem through the improved onboarding experience we provide. Furthermore, our platform will contribute to the ecosystem's overall strength and sustainability by enabling more efficient and effective decision-making processes.

[IMPACT] How do you intend to measure the success of your project?

To measure the success of our project, we will employ a combination of quantitative and qualitative metrics that align with the goals and objectives of the Cardano ecosystem. These metrics will provide insights into the project's impact on community engagement, efficiency, and overall growth.

Firstly, we will track the increase in user adoption and participation within DAOs leveraging our chatbot solution. This will involve monitoring the number of new users onboarded, the frequency of engagement with the chatbots, and the overall satisfaction and feedback from users. These qualitative measures will help us gauge the user experience, effectiveness of the chatbot functionalities, and the value it brings to the Cardano ecosystem.

Additionally, we will measure the efficiency gains achieved through the use of our chatbots. This can include metrics such as time saved in governance processes, reduction in manual effort for proposal drafting and evaluation, and improved decision-making speed. By quantifying these efficiency improvements, we can demonstrate the tangible benefits of our solution in terms of increased productivity and streamlined operations within DAOs.

In the short term, our innovation will have a positive impact on Cardano's productivity by simplifying onboarding processes and reducing barriers for new participants. This will lead to an influx of individuals from web2 backgrounds who can now easily engage with DAOs. The improved accessibility and user-friendly interface will foster a more vibrant and diverse community, driving growth and expanding the Cardano ecosystem.

In the long term, our solution will contribute to Cardano's sustained growth by empowering DAOs with efficient and effective governance tools. This will enable faster decision-making, improved collaboration, and enhanced community participation. As a result, DAOs will be better equipped to achieve their goals, attract more contributors, and drive impactful initiatives within the Cardano ecosystem.

While quantitative metrics like user adoption and efficiency gains are important, we also recognize the value of qualitative measures. We will actively seek and evaluate user feedback, opinions, and suggestions to continuously refine and enhance our chatbot solution. This user-centric approach will ensure that we address the evolving needs of the Cardano community and deliver a product that truly adds value.

[IMPACT] Please describe your plans to share the outputs and results of your project?

In the short term, we will actively engage with the Cardano community through various channels such as Discord, and community forums. By sharing these outputs, we aim to inspire and educate the community on the potential applications and impact of our solution within the Cardano ecosystem.

Furthermore, we will collaborate with key stakeholders, including DAOs, community leaders, and ecosystem partners, to integrate our chatbot solution into their existing platforms and processes. This will enable a wider reach and adoption of our technology, amplifying its impact and fostering cross-collaboration within the Cardano ecosystem.

In the long term, we envision using the results generated from this project as a foundation for further research and development activities. The insights gained from implementing our chatbot solution and observing its impact will serve as valuable input for refining and enhancing the technology. We will continuously iterate and improve our solution based on user feedback, emerging trends, and evolving needs within the Cardano ecosystem.

Additionally, we plan to contribute back to the research and development community by publishing our findings, methodologies, and best practices. This will facilitate knowledge sharing, encourage further innovation, and inspire new ideas and approaches in the field of decentralized governance and AI-powered chatbots.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability?

We have a proven track record of delivering projects with a high level of trust and accountability. Our existing capabilities and experiences position us as the best-suited team to deliver this project successfully.

We have established strong partnerships and collaborations with prominent DAOs in the space, including Polkadot, Gitcoin, KrauseHouse DAO, Tron, and many more. These collaborations demonstrate our ability to work effectively with decentralized organizations, understand their unique needs and challenges, and deliver solutions that meet their expectations.

In addition to our capabilities and financial management practices, we prioritize open and transparent communication with our stakeholders. We believe in building strong relationships based on trust, honesty, and integrity. Our team is committed to maintaining a high level of responsiveness and collaboration, ensuring that all project stakeholders are engaged and informed throughout the entire project lifecycle.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] What are the main goals for the project and how will you validate if your approach is feasible?

We will focus on the following objectives:

1. Develop a comprehensive chatbot platform specifically designed for DAOs: Our platform will enable DAOs to easily create and deploy AI-powered chatbots for various use cases, including governance support, onboarding assistance, and proposal drafting.
2. Validate the effectiveness and usability of our chatbot solution: We will conduct user testing and gather feedback from DAOs and their community members to ensure that our chatbot solution meets their needs, enhances user experience, and provides tangible benefits in terms of efficiency, engagement, and participation.
3. Measure and assess the impact of our chatbot solution: While some goals may be difficult to quantify numerically, we will employ a combination of qualitative and quantitative metrics to evaluate the impact of our chatbot solution. This may include user satisfaction surveys, user engagement metrics, and the overall improvement in the efficiency of DAO operations.

Regarding the implementation of our approach, we will leverage our expertise in AI technologies, natural language processing, and blockchain integration. Our team will follow best practices in software development and adopt an iterative approach to ensure continuous improvement and refinement of our chatbot solution. We will also collaborate closely with DAOs during the implementation phase to address specific technical requirements and ensure seamless integration with existing infrastructure.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] Please provide a detailed breakdown of your project’s milestones and each of the main tasks or activities to reach the milestone plus the expected timeline for the delivery.

Milestone 1: Create a Knowledge Base for Cardano

• Tasks: Train our AI model on Cardano-specific information and develop a comprehensive knowledge base.
• Timeline: 1 month
• Success Criteria: Completion of AI training, creation of a robust Cardano knowledge base, and provision of a white-label website for Cardano.
• Projected Cost: 22,000 ADA

Milestone 2: Create Custom Chatbots for Cardano

• Tasks: Leverage the connected data sources to develop custom chatbots tailored to address key challenges within the Cardano ecosystem.
• Examples: Developer assistant, onboarding assistant, governance support, and community engagement chatbots.
• Timeline: 2-weeks
• Success Criteria: Development of functional chatbots, seamless integration with Cardano ecosystem tools, and positive user feedback.
• Projected Cost: 25,000 ADA

Milestone 3: Integration with Cardano Ecosystem

• Tasks: Collaborate with ecosystem companies and DAOs to integrate our knowledge base and chatbot solutions into their platforms.
• Timeline: 2 months
• Success Criteria: Successful integration with key ecosystem components, partnerships established with DAOs and ecosystem companies, and increased accessibility of our solutions within the Cardano community.
• Projected Cost: 26,000 ADA

Milestone 4: Evaluation and Refinement

• Tasks: Conduct thorough evaluation of the knowledge base, chatbots, and their impact on the Cardano ecosystem.
• Timeline: 1 month
• Success Criteria: Gathering user feedback, assessing the effectiveness of chatbots in addressing challenges, and refining the solutions based on insights gained.
• Projected Cost: 12,000 ADA

In terms of project management, we will adopt an agile approach, ensuring regular communication with stakeholders, continuous feedback loops, and iterative development. We will utilize project management tools to track progress, coordinate tasks, and ensure timely delivery of milestones. Additionally, we will maintain close collaboration with the Cardano community, DAOs, and ecosystem companies to align our solutions with their needs and maximize the value we provide.

[CAPABILITY/ FEASIBILITY] Please describe the deliverables, outputs and intended outcomes of each milestone.

Milestone 1: Create a Knowledge Base for Cardano

• Deliverables:
• Trained AI model with a deep understanding of Cardano-specific information.
• Comprehensive knowledge base containing relevant Cardano resources and documentation.
• White-label website specifically designed for Cardano-related information.

• Outputs:
• Accessible and user-friendly Cardano knowledge base for community members and developers.
• Enhanced understanding of Cardano's technology and ecosystem.

• Intended Outcomes:
• Improved accessibility to accurate and up-to-date Cardano information.
• Empowerment of community members and developers through easy access to educational resources.
• Strengthened engagement and participation within the Cardano ecosystem.

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Milestone 2: Create Custom Chatbots for Cardano

• Deliverables:
• Functional chatbots tailored to address specific challenges within the Cardano ecosystem.
• Integration with connected data sources, such as Cardano-related tools and platforms.

• Outputs:
• Custom chatbots capable of providing targeted support, guidance, and information to users.
• Streamlined communication and assistance for developers, newcomers, and community members.

• Intended Outcomes:
• Increased efficiency in addressing common challenges faced by Cardano community members.
• Improved onboarding experience for newcomers entering the Cardano ecosystem.
• Enhanced support for developers in building on Cardano and engaging with the ecosystem.

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Milestone 3: Integration with Cardano Ecosystem

• Deliverables:
• Seamless integration of our knowledge base and chatbot solutions with ecosystem companies and DAOs.
• Collaborative partnerships established with key stakeholders.

• Outputs:
• Expanded accessibility of our solutions within the Cardano ecosystem.
• Integration with ecosystem components, such as developer platforms, governance systems, and community portals.

• Intended Outcomes:
• Enhanced collaboration and knowledge sharing among ecosystem participants.
• Increased adoption of our solutions to address challenges and improve user experiences.
• Strengthened ecosystem synergy and growth through the availability of valuable tools.

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Milestone 4: Evaluation and Refinement

• Deliverables:
• Evaluation reports summarizing the impact and effectiveness of our knowledge base and chatbot solutions.
• Refinement plan based on user feedback and insights gained during the evaluation.

• Outputs:
• Insights on the effectiveness of our solutions in addressing key challenges.
• Recommendations for further improvements and enhancements.

• Intended Outcomes:
• Continuous enhancement of our solutions based on user feedback and evolving ecosystem needs.
• Refinement of the knowledge base and chatbot capabilities to ensure long-term value and usability.

[RESOURCES & VALUE FOR MONEY] Please provide a detailed budget breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Budget Breakdown

Milestone 1: Create a Knowledge Base for Cardano

• Trained AI model development: 10K ADA
• Knowledge base website development: 8K ADA
• Documentation and reporting: 4K ADA

Milestone 2: Create Custom Chatbots for Cardano

• Chatbot development and customization: 12K ADA
• Integration with connected data sources: 10K ADA
• Documentation and reporting: 3K ADA

Milestone 3: Integration with Cardano Ecosystem

• Integration with ecosystem companies and DAOs: 15K ADA
• Collaboration and partnership establishment: 8K ADA
• Documentation and reporting: 3K ADA

Milestone 4: Evaluation and Refinement

• Evaluation and impact assessment: 6K ADA
• Refinement based on user feedback: 4K ADA
• Documentation and reporting: 2K ADA

[RESOURCES & VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

Explained above

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agreed to Fund10 rules and also that data in the Submission Form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept