The All-In-One AI-Powered Girolamo Mobile App

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

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

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

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

Girolamo Mobile App simplifies and brings together access to diverse AI tools for content, image, voice, and text creation capabilities, making advanced digital solutions accessible and user-friendly.

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

[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.”

Using OpenAI’s models, the Girolamo mobile App provides advanced LLM capabilities, efficiently reduces costs, enhances scalability and reliability, accelerates deployment, and allows our team to focus on core user experiences and app functionality. This strategic dependency ensures Girolamo remains innovative and competitive.

We are currently rated at Tier 5, the highest tier a dev team can attain on OpenAI, given the array of robust AI products we have built since launch.

Learn more about the AI products we have launched on our Blog Channel.

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

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

Considering the unique and meticulous technology and amount of time invested in building out the Girolamo general knowledge chatbot, the decision to adopt a closed-source model for the chatbot is crucial. This approach safeguards our intellectual property and ensures that our innovations remain exclusive, in line with our business objectives and operational capabilities.

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Our proposed solution, the Girolamo mobile app, is designed to extend the capabilities of our successful AI-powered Girolamo chatbot, currently available on Discord, to a dedicated mobile platform. This mobile app will integrate advanced AI functionalities, including text content generation, image generation, image interpretation and revision, as well as comprehensive voice interaction capabilities such as speech-to-text and text-to-speech—all of which are currently available on the Girolamo chatbot on Discord.

Read More on GIrolamo chatbot and how to access on DIscord

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

The Girolamo mobile app stands to have a profoundly positive impact on the wider Cardano community by leveraging its advanced AI capabilities.

Here's how it will serve the community:

Increased Blockchain Engagement: By requiring the use of the CardanoGPT token ($CGI) for access, the app directly promotes the usage and circulation of a Cardano native token. This requirement encourages new and existing users to engage more deeply with the Cardano ecosystem.

Education and Learning: The app's text-to-speech and content generation features will transform how educational content is delivered and consumed. It provides personalized tutoring on a wide range of topics, including Cardano blockchain technology and ecosystem, making learning more accessible to diverse audiences.

Creative Industries: For artists, marketers, and creators in the Cardano ecosystem, the image generation and revision capabilities enhance creative processes by allowing for rapid prototyping of visual ideas and marketing materials. This can speed up workflows and offer new ways to engage audiences.

Accessibility Enhancements: By implementing voice recognition and text-to-speech functionalities, the app makes technology more accessible to individuals with disabilities, such as those who are visually impaired or have motor impairments, ensuring they can fully engage with digital content and services.

Community Growth and Retention: By offering an app that adds real value to daily activities and interactions, it will help to grow the Cardano community and retain members. Satisfied users are more likely to stay engaged and contribute to the ecosystem.

Accessibility and Inclusion: The app's accessibility features ensure that more people, including those with disabilities or those who prefer audio interactions, can easily access more about the Cardano blockchain technology.

[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 has already demonstrated our ability to develop and implement complex AI products with the successful deployment of the Girolamo chatbot on Discord (Read More Girolamo Chatbot) which serves as a robust Proof of Concept for the mobile app. The success and operational stability of the Girolamo chatbot affirm our technical proficiency and innovative approach.

Our team's expertise is underscored by the recognition of CardanoGPT as the fastest-growing AI project on Cardano, as featured on CardanoSpot. (Read More Here)

This acknowledgment highlights our project’s impact and growth within the Cardano ecosystem, adding an additional layer of credibility and trust.

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

Design and User Experience

Outputs: Design intuitive user interfaces for the Girolamo mobile app, focusing on seamless interaction across various mobile devices.

Acceptance Criteria: app designs will be user-friendly and intuitive, adhering to the latest mobile UX standards.

Evidence: Completed design documents, including wireframes, mockups, and a comprehensive report on user testing feedback.

Integration of AI Functionalities

Outputs: Develop and integrate core AI functionalities—text generation, image processing, and voice interaction—within the app. This includes backend integration.

Acceptance Criteria: All functionalities must be fully operational and meet predefined performance benchmarks.

Evidence: Performance testing results and functionality demonstrations.

Beta Testing

Outputs: Release a beta version of the Girolamo app to selected users to collect detailed responses on its functionality and overall performance. Utilize this phase to fine-tune the app.

Acceptance Criteria: The beta version must function without major disruptions, and user feedback will guide further improvements.

Evidence: Beta version release notes, collected user feedback, bug reports, and an improvement action plan.

Launch Preparation

Outputs: Conduct final technical optimization of the Girolamo mobile app, including comprehensive quality assurance tests to ensure functionality across various devices and operating systems. Submit the app for approval to the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

Acceptance Criteria: The app must pass all final testing phases without bugs or usability issues. It should be approved by the app stores without the need for major revisions.

Evidence: Documentation of the testing procedures and results. Approval notifications from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

Product Marketing

Outputs: Launch a comprehensive marketing strategy tailored to target audiences. Produce marketing materials, including digital ads, promotional videos, and press releases. Activate social media campaigns and partnerships with influencers to drive app awareness and downloads.

Acceptance Criteria: Achieve predetermined targets for app downloads and active users within the first month of launch. Ensure positive reception in media outlets and on social platforms, evidenced by user engagement and feedback.

Evidence: Analytics reports showing reach, engagement, and conversion metrics from various marketing channels. Testimonials or case studies from users or influencers showcasing the app's impact.

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

Captain Plutu - Project Lead 

Sunny Kumar - Machine Learning Engineer 

Kunal Kaushal - Machine Learning Engineer 

Fareed - Machine Learning Engineer

Miguel - Smart Contract engineer

Hector Gitt - Full stack engineer

Harsh Singh — Product Outreach Manager

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

UI/UX Design and Prototyping - 12,000 ADA

Description: Creation of user interfaces.

Deliverables: Wireframes, design mockups, and interactive prototypes.

Core Development - 38,000 ADA

Description: Coding the application’s front-end and integrating it with the back-end AI functionalities. This includes text and image processors, voice recognition, and text-to-speech modules.

Deliverables: Functional mobile application.

Functionality Optimization - 8,000 ADA

Description: Optimization of the app functionalities.

Deliverables: Fully integrated AI capabilities within the app, performance optimization reports.

Testing and Quality Assurance - 7,000 ADA

Description: Comprehensive testing of the app, including unit testing, system testing, and user acceptance testing to ensure stability and usability.

Deliverables: Test reports and bug logs.

Marketing - 17,000 ADA

Description: Marketing campaigns, promotional activities, and public relations efforts to promote the app launch and drive user adoption.

Deliverables: Marketing materials and campaign reports.

Project Management - 7,000 ADA

Description: Covers project management costs, unforeseen expenses, and additional resources that may be required throughout the project.

Deliverables: Project timelines, budget tracking reports.

Total Requested Funding: 89,000 ADA.

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

Investing 89,000 ADA into the Girolamo mobile app provides substantial value for the Cardano ecosystem. By requiring the CardanoGPT token ($CGI) for app access, the project not only boosts token demand and blockchain activity but also supports the overall ecosystem.

This funding enables the creation of advanced AI capabilities, allowing users to generate text, process images, and engage through voice directly from their mobile devices, positioning Cardano as a leader in AI technology integration.

The app also aims to expand community engagement by making Cardano more accessible and appealing to a wider audience, including those with disabilities through features like voice recognition and text-to-speech. This not only fosters inclusivity but also helps attract new users who can easily understand and utilize blockchain technology.

Moreover, the Girolamo app encourages long-term community engagement with features that users will frequently return to, promoting sustained interaction within the Cardano ecosystem.

By funding the development of the Girolamo app, Cardano is investing in a tool that not only enhances its technological capabilities but also supports future growth and innovation, ensuring the ecosystem remains a competitive force in the blockchain space.