Cardano Laboratory: A Development and Testing Environment for Cardano

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Ashish Prajapati

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

Entity (Incorporated)

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

7

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

No

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

A user-friendly web-based laboratory that is a development and testing environment for the Cardano. Generate key pairs, and fund accounts, and perform all possible kinds of transactions on Cardano.

[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?

Yes

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

Fully open-source Apache 2.0

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Cardano Laboratory aims to provide a user-friendly interface for developers to interact with the Cardano blockchain. It will offer a range of functionalities for both mainnet and testnet users can generate key pairs and fund the accounts, they can create, sign, and submit transactions to the Cardano blockchain. Also, specify transaction details such as inputs, outputs with ADA and token amounts, certificates, metadata, and any additional data required. Users can also explore and analyse transaction details by providing the transaction CBOR. A true Swiss Army Knife for CARDANO.

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

Cardano Laboratory's focus on attracting new developers to explore the Cardano blockchain will enrich the ecosystem by fostering innovation, expanding the developer community, and accelerating the development of diverse applications and use cases. It will establish Cardano as an accessible and compelling option for developers from various blockchain backgrounds as well as it will provide valuable benefits to the entire ecosystem with user-friendly and comprehensive development and testing environment

[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?

We have a proven track record of delivering projects with high levels of trust and accountability, making us well-suited to successfully complete the proposed project. Our team's experience and expertise in the Cardano ecosystem demonstrate our capability to deliver with confidence and without risk. We have a strong reputation for managing funds properly, ensuring transparency and adhering to responsible financial practices throughout the project.

Our previous projects, such as Cardanoscan and Typhon Wallet, showcase our commitment to innovation and providing valuable solutions to the Cardano community. Cardanoscan, a widely used Cardano explorer, has been successfully constructed and maintained by our team. Typhon Wallet, a highly recognized and user-friendly wallet, has received widespread acclaim for its features and usability. Our involvement in the Catalyst program highlights our dedication to driving community solutions and pushing the boundaries of innovation.

In addition, we have successfully delivered the integration of Cardano ADA and native tokens within Ledger Live, bringing the extensive user base of Ledger to Cardano. This integration not only expands the reach of Cardano but also provides a safe and secure custodial wallet solution for the community. These accomplishments demonstrate our ability to handle complex technical integrations and deliver user-centric solutions.

Furthermore, our contributions to the Cardano ecosystem through open-source libraries on our GitHub repository (https://github.com/StricaHQ) reflect our commitment to providing dependable tools and resources for developers. These libraries have been developed with a focus on high-quality standards and transparency, ensuring that developers have access to reliable resources for their projects.

Overall, our experience, knowledge, and favourable feedback from the community establish our capacity to deliver projects with integrity and responsibility. We are confident that our capabilities, coupled with our commitment to the Cardano ecosystem, will enable us to successfully complete the Cardanoscan Maintenance project and continue to contribute to the growth and development of the Cardano community.

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

Milestone 1: Project Setup and Initial Development

• Project setup, initial UI Layout with key-pair generation elements and wallet address
• Implement key pair generation and generate wallet address
• Timeline: 1 month

Milestone 2: Transaction Creation and Submission

• Develop the functionality to create and sign transactions for both mainnet and testnet.
• Develop UI for creating and signing transactions
• Support specifying transaction details, including inputs, outputs with ADA and token amounts.
• Implement transaction submission to the Cardano blockchain.
• Timeline: 3 months.

Milestone 3: Advanced Features

• Support certificates for stake registration and delegation.
• Mint native tokens with NativeScript
• Timeline: 1 month

Milestone 4: Cbor Decode and Export

• Integrate decode CBOR functionality for transaction analysis.
• Export transaction CBOR feature with UI
• Timeline: 1 month

Final Milestone: Testing Cases and Project Report

• Write test cases to ensure their stability and reliability.
• Timeline: 1 month.

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

Ashish Prajapati (Project Lead)

https://twitter.com/ashisherc

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

Total development Months - 7 Months

Efforts: UI design, Code Development, testing and QA

2 Cardano Devs - 70,000x2 = 140,000 (UI, Cardano, and Integration Engineer)

1 UI Dev - 60,000

Total Cost - 200,000 ADA

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

1. Essential Development Tool: Cardano Laboratory will provide a crucial development and testing environment for developers, enabling them to build efficient applications and smart contract
2. Long-Term Benefits: By offering a user-friendly interface and comprehensive functionality, Cardano Laboratory will attract more developers to build on Cardan
3. Transparency and Accountability: The proposed team has a proven track record in blockchain development and will deliver the project with high levels of trust and accountability

In summary, Cardano Laboratory will serve as a valuable resource for developers, fostering innovation and accelerating the development of applications on the Cardano blockchain. The cost of the project aligns with the benefits it brings to the Cardano ecosystem, making it a cost-effective investment in the ecosystem's growth and success.