Translation "Cardano for the masses" in Russian language by native Speakers

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Anastasia Polozova

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

Individual

[GENERAL] Co-proposers and additional applicants

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

6

[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)

I will translate the book "Cardano for the Masses" for the Russian-speaking community

[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

The translation of the book will be completely open and will initially be carried out in Google Docs, where everyone can familiarize themselves with the work process.

Next it will be transferred to an open Github repository.

[METADATA] SDG rating

4 - Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

8 - Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Being a native speaker, the host of a Youtube channel about Cardano, a person who is constantly in the community and works there all the time, I can easily translate this book

(" Cardano for the Masses").

1. I am familiar with the specifics and features of Cardano, I have repeatedly covered them on Youtube orally
2. Important to note that this proposal is aimed at the Russian-speaking community, which lives all over the world. It means that Russian-speaking community will spread what they know about Cardano to their foreign friends.
3. This is a great book, recommended by Charles Hoskinson - the Founder of Cardano

https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1rmxPknByrDJN

4.The book can attract additional resources to the ecosystem, including developers (there have already been a couple of requests for integration)

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

Positive impact:

1. Long-Term Foundation: translation of the book will enable Russian-speaking people to better understand the ecosystem and give them a reliable source of information.
2. Community building: As a continuation of my community building work, I will be able to build stronger connections. Not only users, but also new developers will come to the community
3. Expanded Global Reach: The proposal's emphasis on catering to Russian speakers contributes to Cardano's global reach. The Russian-speaking population represents one of the world's largest populations, and engaging this demographic through educational content and community-building activities enhances Cardano's visibility and influence on a global scale.

[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?

The proposer possesses the capability to deliver the project with high levels of trust and accountability based on their working experience.

Here are the key factors that demonstrate their capability and accountability:

1. Community Presence: The author of the proposal regularly leads Twitter, and creates reviews on Cardano projects.
2. Successful Educational Content Creation: The proposer has experience in creating Cardano Russian content
3. The Proposer is a native speaker, a host of a Russian-language YouTube channel about Cardano. She has experience in translating materials of various specifics from English into Russian for the Youtube channel: technical and general.

The proposer has skills in the following areas that are necessary to complete the project:

1. English and Russian translation, communication

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

If permission is needed, I will ask for it (Already got it)

. However, the book is open source.

The order of the chapters and pictures will be taken from the open github - https://github.com/johnnygreeney/cardanoforthemasses

Translate the first 2 chapters:

• In the Beginning
• What is Cardano

As well as editing, proofreading and adding links and pictures

The order of the chapters and pictures will be taken from the open github - https://github.com/johnnygreeney/cardanoforthemasses

Translate the first 3 and 4 chapters:

• Proof of Stake
• Shelley

As well as editing, proofreading and adding links and pictures

The order of the chapters and pictures will be taken from the open github - https://github.com/johnnygreeney/cardanoforthemasses

Translate the first 5 and 6 chapters:

• Goguen
• Plutus

As well as editing, proofreading and adding links and pictures

The order of the chapters and pictures will be taken from the open github - https://github.com/johnnygreeney/cardanoforthemasses

Translate the first 7 and 8 chapters:

• Aiken Heart
• Basho

As well as editing, proofreading and adding links and pictures

The order of the chapters and pictures will be taken from the open github - https://github.com/johnnygreeney/cardanoforthemasses

Translate the first 9 and Preface chapters:

• Voltaire
• Preface

As well as editing, proofreading and adding links and pictures

Final editing of the book, checking and proofreading the finished material

Distribution on Amazon

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

Anastasia Polozova: the owner and executor of the project.

Host of a Russian-language YouTube channel about Cardano, telegram maintenance, content strategy development

Dmitrii: executor of the project, linguist

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

Translation: 30000 ADA

Proofreading: 6000 - 10000 ADA depending on how many rounds of proofreading might be needed

Unexpected expenses: 10000 ADA

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

The average cost of translating a page from English into Russian is from 6 to 10 dollars per page on the Russian market. I stick to the same price for myself.

Proofreading costs from 3 to 5 dollars per page.

The cost of this project represents excellent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem, offering a low-risk, high-reward project.

Low Risk: The project presents minimal risk due to experience. Anastasia is a host and builder of Cardano Russian-speaking community.

The community can have confidence in the consistent and reliable delivery of educational content and community retention.

Education and Awareness: The project contributes to enhancing knowledge and understanding of Cardano's technology, principles, and opportunities.

Community Engagement and Empowerment: The project aims to build a strong and engaged community among Russian-speaking individuals interested in Cardano.

Cost-Effectiveness: The project has a high impact on the future of the Cardano in Russian-speaking community. The book can attract developers at the Senior Senior Architect level, whose cost per hour is 30+ USD. Such developers can create strong and secure projects