[TEX] Marlowe Hub

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Tran Huy Hiep

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Not Incorporated)

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

12

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

Yes

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

We will create a new platform to enhance Marlowe's accessibility and usability, focusing on stability and integrating AI features to simplify user interactions.

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

Yes

[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.”

We need to depend on Marlowe's document source and template.

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

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

Our project will be open source throughout its entire lifecycle, ensuring that the community can engage with and contribute to its development. We plan to use the MIT License, which is widely recognized for its simplicity and permissiveness. This license allows others to use, modify, and distribute our code while maintaining credit to the original authors.

The following elements will be made available as open source:

1. Core Platform Code: This includes the essential framework and functionalities designed to enhance the usability of Marlowe, making it accessible and reliable for user
2. AI Integration Components: Code related to the AI features will also be open source
3. Documentation: Comprehensive guides and resources will be provided to assist both users and developers in navigating and contributing to the platform

By adopting this open-source model, we aim to foster collaboration, enhance security through community scrutiny, and ensure that our platform remains adaptable and up-to-date with user needs.

[METADATA] Horizons

Developer Tools

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Our project aims to create a completely free, cloud-based platform that enhances the learning experience for users interested in blockchain technology and smart contracts. By providing a diverse range of educational resources, we seek to foster an inclusive environment where learners can easily access knowledge and tools necessary to explore and implement smart contracts on the Cardano blockchain. Additionally, we will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) features to assist users throughout their learning journey, offering personalized support and tailored resources based on individual progress and needs.

Here’s a detailed description of the proposed 10 new smart contracts, along with a vision for a cloud-based platform that offers users diverse learning materials and options for engaging with these contracts.

Detailed Description of New Smart Contracts

1. Decentralized Voting Contract

• Functionality: This contract allows participants to cast votes securely and anonymously. Votes are counted in real-time, and the results can be made public or kept private, depending on the parameters set by the contract creator.
• Use Case: Ideal for community governance in DAOs or organizations that want to conduct transparent elections without external influence.

2. Crowdfunding Contract

• Functionality: Users can create campaigns, set funding goals, and specify the time frame. If the funding goal is met, funds are released to the project creator; otherwise, contributors are refunded.
• Use Case: Useful for startups looking to raise capital, artists funding creative projects, or nonprofits raising money for charitable causes.

3. Royalty Distribution Contract

• Functionality: This contract automates the calculation and distribution of royalties based on sales or usage of digital assets, ensuring that creators receive fair compensation.
• Use Case: Particularly beneficial for musicians, filmmakers, and artists, ensuring they are paid each time their work is used or sold.

4. Time-locked Wallet Contract

• Functionality: Funds are held in escrow until a predetermined date or condition is met. This ensures that users cannot access their funds prematurely.
• Use Case: Suitable for trust funds or educational savings accounts, where funds are intended for future use.

5. Interest-Bearing Savings Contract

• Functionality: Users deposit tokens, which accumulate interest over time based on predefined rates. This contract encourages saving and investment among users.
• Use Case: Mimics traditional savings accounts, allowing users to grow their assets passively.

6. Subscription Payment Contract

• Functionality: This contract automates recurring payments, making it easier for users to manage subscriptions without manual intervention. Users can set up their payment schedules and receive reminders.
• Use Case: Ideal for SaaS platforms, online courses, or any service that requires periodic payments.

7. Health Insurance Payout Contract

• Functionality: Triggers payments automatically when a specific health event is verified, such as hospitalization or diagnosis of a covered condition.
• Use Case: Streamlines the claims process for health insurance, ensuring timely compensation without bureaucratic delays.

8. Decentralized Lottery Contract

• Functionality: Participants buy tickets, and a random winner is chosen at the end of the drawing period. The process is transparent, and all transactions are recorded on the blockchain.
• Use Case: A fair and accessible way to conduct lotteries, ideal for fundraising events or community activities.

9. Inheritance Smart Contract

• Functionality: Automatically distributes assets to designated heirs when triggered by the death of the asset owner, ensuring a seamless transfer process.
• Use Case: Facilitates estate planning, allowing individuals to dictate how their assets are distributed without the need for legal intervention.

10. Rental Agreement Contract

• Functionality: Automates rental transactions, including payment schedules, penalties for late payments, and conditions for termination of the agreement.
• Use Case: Useful for landlords and tenants, simplifying the management of rental properties and ensuring compliance with contract terms.

Building a Cloud-Based Learning Platform

In addition to introducing these new smart contracts, we aim to build a cloud-based platform that will provide users with free access to a diverse range of educational resources. This platform will facilitate learning about blockchain technology and smart contract development, encouraging users to experiment with and deploy the newly created contracts. Here’s how this platform will work:

• User-Friendly Interface: The platform will offer an intuitive interface that allows users to navigate easily through various educational materials, including video tutorials, articles, and interactive examples related to each smart contract.
• Diverse Learning Materials: Users will have access to a wide array of resources, including:
• Video Tutorials: Step-by-step guides for using each smart contract and explanations of their underlying principles.
• Interactive Workshops: Live sessions where users can ask questions and receive guidance from blockchain experts.
• Documentation and FAQs: Comprehensive documentation covering the technical aspects of each contract and addressing common queries.
• AI Integration: The platform will incorporate AI features to enhance the learning experience. For example, AI chatbots will provide real-time support, answer questions, and recommend resources based on user interactions and learning progress.
• Community Engagement: The platform will foster a community of learners and developers who can share experiences, offer feedback, and collaborate on projects. Forums and discussion boards will enable users to connect, share insights, and troubleshoot issues together.
• Gamification Elements: Incorporating gamified elements, such as badges and certificates for completing courses, will motivate users to engage more deeply with the learning material.
• No Cost to Users: By making the platform free, we aim to eliminate financial barriers that often hinder individuals from accessing quality education in blockchain technology.

Conclusion:

This combined approach—introducing new smart contracts and developing a comprehensive learning platform—aims to enhance user engagement in the Cardano ecosystem. By providing robust tools and educational resources, including AI support, we can empower individuals to harness the power of smart contracts, promote innovation, and contribute to the growing blockchain community. This initiative not only benefits users but also strengthens the overall ecosystem of Cardano, driving further adoption and use of its technology.

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

Our project aims to create a cloud-based platform that enhances the learning experience for users interested in blockchain technology and smart contracts. By introducing 10 new smart contracts and providing diverse educational resources, we seek to foster innovation, engagement, and knowledge-sharing within the Cardano community.

Value to the Cardano Community

1. Empowerment through Education: By providing free access to educational materials, we enable users to gain valuable skills and knowledge in blockchain and smart contract developmen
2. Increased Adoption of Smart Contracts: The introduction of new, practical smart contracts will encourage developers to create innovative solutions within the Cardano networ
3. Fostering a Collaborative Community: Our platform will facilitate community engagement through forums, workshops, and collaborative project
4. Driving Innovation: By offering new tools and resources, our project will inspire creativity and innovation among user

Measuring Impact:

To measure the impact of our project, we will use both quantitative and qualitative metrics:

• Quantitative Metrics:
• User Engagement: Track the number of active users on the platform, participation in workshops, and completion rates of educational materials.
• Smart Contract Deployment: Monitor the number of smart contracts created and deployed by users, assessing the growth in usage within the Cardano ecosystem.
• Community Growth: Measure the increase in community interactions, such as forum posts, feedback submissions, and collaborative projects.
• Qualitative Metrics:
• User Feedback: Collect testimonials and feedback from users regarding their learning experience and the effectiveness of the platform.
• Case Studies: Highlight successful projects or applications developed by users utilizing the new smart contracts, showcasing their impact on the Cardano community.

Sharing Outputs and Opportunities

We will actively share our project's outputs and results with the Cardano community through various channels:

1. Community Events: Host webinars, workshops, and meetups to showcase the platform and its features, encouraging user participation and feedbac
2. Social Media and Online Platforms: Regularly post updates on social media, blog articles, and newsletters to keep the community informed about new resources, smart contracts, and success storie
3. Collaboration with Cardano Organizations: Partner with existing Cardano initiatives and organizations to reach a broader audience, sharing educational resources and best practice
4. Open Source Contribution: Make the platform and educational materials accessible as open-source resources, allowing the community to contribute and improve upon our work collectivel

By fostering an inclusive environment for learning and innovation, our project aims to create a significant positive impact on the Cardano community, ultimately driving adoption and enhancing the platform's overall utility.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] 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?

Our team comprises two experienced instructors in the Blockchain field, who have successfully raised capital in rounds 10 and 11 of Cardano. We also have three team members with extensive knowledge of Blockchain through various courses and hands-on experience in building Cardano-based systems. Our diverse skillset includes proficiency in programming languages such as Haskell, Python, Java, .Net, React, and expertise in developing a range of applications including web, and mobile games.

With this project, we achieved first prize in the school-level scientific research competition.

Therefore, we understand the business, the technology to develop the website, how the Cardano blockchain works, how to create NFT... as well as the collaboration between the members. The next stage is to develop more features and optimize the website, so we are completely confident that we will bring the project to the goal.

As proof of knowledge and research skills, some of our current proposals funded are attached:

• Proposal funded 1: “Tamper-proof Certificate System”
• Proposal funded 2: "Study guide for Marlow"
• Proposal funded 3:"CareBlock: Empowering secure healthcare transactions by Cardano"
• Article 1: "Sinh viên Nghiên cứu khoa học với Blockchain Cardano"

To ensure effective money management, we implement the following strategies:

• Budget planning: We carefully allocate funds to different project areas, considering development, operations, and marketing expenses.
• Transparent expense tracking: We maintain a clear record of all expenditures, promoting accountability and providing visibility into our financial transactions.
• Periodic reports: We generate regular reports to evaluate our financial performance and make informed decisions.

These practices help us maintain financial stability, optimize resource allocation, and enhance overall financial management.

Transparency and communication are key principles of our project. We prioritize open and honest communication with all stakeholders, providing regular updates and fostering a collaborative environment. This ensures that everyone is well-informed and actively engaged in the project's progress and decision-making process.

To validate the feasibility of our method, we will use both quantitative and qualitative measures.

Quantitative validation:

• Number of upgraded and added modules via GitHub.
• Report the number of users on the system.

Identity verification:

• Conduct user satisfaction surveys.
• The level of excitement when introducing the project to users.

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

Milestone 1: Team Meeting and UI/UX Design

Milestone Outputs

• Conduct a series of team meetings to outline project goals, roles, and responsibilities.
• Create wireframes and mockups for the platform's user interface and define the key functionalities.

Acceptance Criteria

• Documented project plan including timelines, team roles, and responsibilities.
• Completed and approved design mockups that align with user needs and project goals.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Meeting minutes and agendas from team discussions.
• Final design documents, including wireframes and prototypes, shared with stakeholders.

Milestone 2: Application Development

Milestone Outputs

• Develop the Marlowe platform based on the approved designs, integrating AI tools for enhanced usability.
• Complete initial functionality for smart contract creation and testing.

Acceptance Criteria

• Functional application with core features implemented and ready for testing.
• Codebase documented and adhering to best practices.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Source code repository with commit history and documentation.
• Demonstration of the application showcasing core functionalities to stakeholders.

Milestone 3: Application Testing

Milestone Outputs

• Conduct thorough testing of the application, including unit, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Collect feedback from testers to identify bugs and areas for improvement.

Acceptance Criteria

• Achieve a bug resolution rate of 90% during the testing phase.
• Positive feedback from at least 80% of testers regarding usability and functionality.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Testing reports detailing identified issues and resolutions.
• User feedback forms and metrics showing satisfaction levels.

Milestone 4: Deployment and Real-World Implementation

Milestone Outputs

• Launch the platform to the public, making it available for users to create and deploy Marlowe smart contracts.
• Initiate marketing efforts to promote the platform and attract users.

Acceptance Criteria

• Successful deployment of the application with minimal downtime.
• Achieve a minimum of 100 active users within the first month of launch.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Deployment logs and performance metrics post-launch.
• User registration statistics and community engagement metrics.

Final Milestone: Project Report

Milestone Outputs

• Compile a comprehensive project report detailing the development process, achievements, challenges faced, and solutions implemented throughout the project lifecycle.
• Include user feedback and metrics showcasing the platform's impact and usage post-launch.

Acceptance Criteria

• The report should be clear, well-structured, and include quantitative and qualitative data reflecting user engagement and satisfaction.
• Submission of the report to stakeholders and the broader Cardano community for transparency and knowledge sharing.

Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Final project report document shared in an accessible format (e.g., PDF or online publication).
• Presentation of the report to stakeholders, including a summary of key findings and future recommendations for the platform.

This final milestone emphasizes accountability and transparency, ensuring all stakeholders are informed about the project's outcomes and learnings.

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

Mr. Tran Huy Hiep: Project Manager/Technical lead

Experiences: 

• DevOps Engineer at Samsung R&D.
• Frontend: ReactJS, Angular, NextJS.
• Backend: Java Spring Boot.
• DevOps: Aws, Docker, Azure, Jenkins, Kubernetes
• Blockchain & Sustainability Researcher.
• Two years of building and operating on the Cardano Blockchain platform.

Contact:

Email: tranhuyhiep0710@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tranhhiep

Github: github.com/TranHuyHiep

Mr. Bach Trinh: Full-stack Developer/Blockchain Developer

Experiences: 

• Software Engineer at GrapeCity
• Frontend: ReactJS, VueJS.
• Backend: .NET Core, Dapper, EF Core, SQL, Redis…
• DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Azure, Nginx…
• Blockchain & Sustainability Researcher.
• Two years of building and operating on the Cardano Blockchain platform.

Contact:

Email: txbach.11@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/trinh-bach

Github: github.com/Bachhsunkid

Mr. Minh Le: Business Analyst/Blockchain Developer

Experiences:

• Frontend: ReactJS, VueJS.
• Game: Unity, Unreal Engine.
• Backend: .NET Core, SQL, Redis…
• DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes.
• Blockchain & Sustainability Researcher.
• Two years of building and operating on the Cardano Blockchain platform.

Contact:

Email: minhld.dev@gmail.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinhminhle

Github: github.com/dinhminhlh

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Our proposal is expected to be divided into 05 milestones with the following expected budget:

(you can refer to this google sheet for more detail)

Milestone 1: Project Planning and Initial Development (3 Months) - Total: 30,000 ADA

1. Core Blockchain Setup & Infrastructure: 20,000 ADA

• Cloud Infrastructure Setup: 8,000 ADA
• Node Setup & Security Protocols: 5,000 ADA
• Basic Smart Contract Development (Marlowe Tools): 7,000 ADA

2. Project Management: 5,000 ADA

• Project Manager (2 months): 4,000 ADA
• Planning & Coordination Activities: 1,000 ADA

3. Legal Consultation: 5,000 ADA

• Legal Review for Compliance: 5,000 ADA

Milestone 2: Application Development (3 Months) - Total: 40,000 ADA

1. Development Costs: 30,000 ADA

• 4 Developers (2 months): 24,000 ADA
• Advanced Smart Contract Development (Plutus, Marlowe): 6,000 ADA

2. Code Auditing: 5,000 ADA

• Security Audit by Third-Party Service: 5,000 ADA

3. Project Management: 5,000 ADA

• Ongoing Project Management (2 months): 5,000 ADA

Milestone 3: Application Testing (3 months) - Total: 35,000 ADA

1. Front-End Development: 25,000 ADA

• UI/UX Design: 12,000 ADA
• Integration with Back-End Systems: 8,000 ADA
• Community Testing (Beta Release): 5,000 ADA

2. Documentation: 5,000 ADA

• Technical and User Documentation: 5,000 ADA

3. Community Engagement: 5,000 ADA

• Workshops and AMAs: 5,000 ADA

Milestone 4: Deployment and Real-World Implementation (2 months) - Total: 25,000 ADA

1. Publicity and Marketing: 15,000 ADA

• Marketing Campaign (Social Media, Online Ads): 10,000 ADA
• Community Engagement through Events/Webinars: 5,000 ADA

2. Reporting and Feedback: 5,000 ADA

• Reporting to Community and Stakeholders: 5,000 ADA

3. Miscellaneous Expenses: 5,000 ADA

• Contingency for Unforeseen Costs: 5,000 ADA

Final Milestone: Project Report (1 month)- Total: 20,000 ADA

1. Ongoing Support: 10,000 ADA

• Bug Fixes and Minor Updates: 7,000 ADA
• User Support and Helpdesk Services: 3,000 ADA

2. Documentation Updates: 5,000 ADA

• Updating Technical Documentation: 5,000 ADA

3. Feedback Mechanisms: 5,000 ADA

• Collecting User Feedback and Implementing Improvements: 5,000 ADA

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

The project’s costs have been carefully structured to deliver significant value for money to the Cardano ecosystem:

1. Competitive and Proportional Costs: Developer and infrastructure costs have been benchmarked against average rates in the blockchain industry, particularly in Vietnam where wages are competitive. For example, the allocation for 4 developers over 2 months (24,000 ADA) aligns with local freelance rates, ensuring efficient use of funds without compromising on quality.
2. Long-Term Ecosystem Value: Investment in secure smart contract development (Plutus/Marlowe) and third-party code auditing ensures high security and functionality. This helps to reduce potential future risks and costs, benefiting the entire ecosystem.
3. Marketing & Community Engagement: The marketing budget (15,000 ADA) is focused on driving community engagement and adoption, ensuring the project reaches a wide audience within the Cardano community. This helps expand the user base without unnecessary expenses.
4. Adaptability & Transparency: The project is designed to adapt efficiently while keeping costs under control, with regular reporting to stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability.

In summary, the budget reflects a well-thought-out plan that balances cost-efficiency with high-impact outcomes, maximizing the benefits for the Cardano ecosystem.