Decentralized Review and Reputation-Based Incentive System

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Henok Gebere

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

Individual

[GENERAL] Requested funds in ada

187500

[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)

Develop a decentralized, transparent, and user-centric review and reputation platform on the Cardano blockchain to enhance trust and authenticity across multiple industries.

[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

Yes, the project's outputs will be fully open source under the MIT License, with code repositories available to the public throughout the project's lifecycle.

[METADATA] Horizons

Developer Tools

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

We propose building a decentralized review and reputation platform leveraging Cardano's blockchain technology. This platform will empower users to share authentic reviews while maintaining control over their data. Businesses will benefit from transparent and tamper-proof reputation metrics.

Key Features

• Decentralized: Utilize Cardano's blockchain for reviews and ratings to ensure immutability.
• User Ownership: Users retain ownership of their data and can control its visibility and distribution.
• Incentive Mechanism: Implement token rewards to encourage users to provide genuine reviews.
• Transparent Reputation Scores: Businesses can access accurate and unaltered feedback to improve their services.
• Community Governance: Allow stakeholders to participate in platform decisions through a decentralized governance model.

API Integration

• Define various categories for reviews.
• Allow users to provide detailed feedback and ratings.
• Enable public access to reviews for transparency.
• Calculate overall scores based on user feedback.
•  Allow businesses to reply to reviews, fostering open communication.

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

Impact on the Cardano Community

• Enhanced Adoption: Showcasing a real-world application will attract more users and developers to the Cardano ecosystem.
• Community Collaboration: Open-source nature encourages community involvement, fostering innovation.
• Trust Building: A transparent platform enhances the credibility of both Cardano and participating businesses.
• Global Reach: Addresses a universal problem, potentially attracting a worldwide user base.

[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 combines blockchain expertise with industry experience:

• Technical Team: Skilled in blockchain development, smart contracts, and Cardano's ecosystem.
• Industry Experts: Professionals with insights into user and business needs across industries.
• Community Involvement: Active participants in the Cardano community, ensuring alignment with ecosystem goals.

Feasibility Validation

• Pilot Testing: We will conduct pilot tests with select users and businesses.
• Feedback Loops: Implement iterative development based on stakeholder feedback.
• Scalability Assessments: Ensure the platform can handle growth and increased adoption.

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

• Research and design completed
• deliverables include system architecture and UI mockups.

• Development of smart contracts and frontend
• deliverable is a functional prototype.

• API development and integration;
• deliverable is a fully integrated platform on the testnet.

• Testing and refinements
• deliverable is a beta version ready for testnet / mainnet deployment.

• Official launch and final report
• deliverables include project documentation and user guides.

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

1:Dawit Melka- Software Engineer | Biomedical Engineer | AGI Research | Competitive Programmer @ A2SV | AURA Research @ UMICH | Full-stack Web Developer

• Research Assistant Intern @ University of Michigan
• LinkedIn Profile: Linkedin account
• Github: github profile

Experience

• Mobile application development
• Web application development
• Software Engineer
• Research Assistant
• A2SV | Africa to Silicon Valley

2: Wendwossen Dufera: Software developer | Web3 developer | AGI researcher

• Certified Software and Web3 developer.
• LinkedIn Profile: Linkedin
• Github: https://github.com/wendecoder
• Responsible for web development, focusing on Web-development and implementation. brings expertise in creating an intuitive and engaging user interface and Backend development.

3: Henok Gebere: Project Manager | Customer Service

• Linkedin: linkedin
• Customer Service Executive.
• Management.
• Honored with the highest score and gold medal in Management.
• Oversees project execution, manages resources, and ensures timely delivery.

4: Yosef Daniel: Software Engineer | Technical Lead

• Experienced in programming languages such as Plutus, Haskell, Lucid, Mesh and Marlowe to build and deploy smart contracts.
• Cardano Blockchain Certified Associate (CBCA)
• Experience: Proficient in server-side programming languages, database management, and API integration.
• Responsible for backend development and platform integration.

Responsibilities:

• Linkedin Profilel: Linkedin
• Responsible for smart contracts and blockchain related technology's.
• Proficient in server-side programming languages.
• Experienced in database management and API integration.

5: Meheret B.: Project Manager/Technical Lead

• Cardano Blockchain Certified Associate (CBCA)
• Email: anulomeheret@gmail.com
• Role: Oversees project execution, manages resources, and ensures timely delivery.

Our team has actively participated in numerous projects closely related to this endeavor. Each team member is fully committed to executing this idea, drawing from our collective experience in implementing similar projects to a high standard of excellence

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

• Milestone 1 $15,000
• Research and Planning: $5,000
• Design and Architecture: $10,000
• Milestone 2 : $25,000
• Smart Contract Development: $12,000
• Frontend Development: $8,000
• Project Management: $5,000
• Milestone 3: $20,000
• API Development: $10,000
• Integration and Testing: $10,000
• Milestone 4: $10,000
• Testing and QA: $7,000
• User Feedback Integration: $3,000
• Milestone 5: $5,000
• Deployment: $2,000
• Documentation and Reporting: $3,000

Total Budget Requested: $75,000 (ADA 187,500) rate 0.4 

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

Value for Money

Investing in this project offers significant value to the Cardano ecosystem:

• Real-World Application: Demonstrates Cardano's capabilities beyond financial transactions.
• Open Source Contribution: Adds valuable resources to the community for future projects.
• Scalable Solution: Designed for adaptability across various industries, increasing Cardano's reach.

Community Growth: Encourages new users and developers to join the Cardano network.