Cardano Governance Proposals TV Series

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Quang Daniel

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

Individual

[GENERAL] Requested funds in ada

85700

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

10

[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 are creating a series of proposals that will be submitted in the Cardano ecosystem in the Voltair era.

The videos in this series will deliver information and analyze the proposals in detail

[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

[METADATA] Horizons

Community

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Problems:

• The process of reviewing and understanding proposals for Cardano upgrades and network parameter changes can be a daunting and time-consuming task for many ADA holders. The technical nature of these proposals often requires specialized knowledge and experience, making it difficult for individuals without a deep understanding of blockchain technology to fully grasp the implications and potential benefits of proposed changes.

• Moreover, the sheer volume of proposals can be overwhelming, making it challenging for ADA holders to stay informed and engaged. This lack of engagement can hinder the community's ability to provide valuable feedback and ensure that the network evolves in a direction that aligns with the broader interests of its stakeholders.

Solutions:

We are embarking on an ambitious project to create a series of well-crafted proposals that will be submitted to the Cardano ecosystem during the Voltaire era. These proposals will address various aspects of the network's development, aiming to enhance its functionality, security, and overall user experience.

To ensure that our proposals are informed and well-considered, we will be producing a series of accompanying videos. These videos will provide comprehensive information and in-depth analysis of each proposal.

A proposal for governance actions on the Cardano blockchain will include 2 actions:

• Parameter Update actions
• Treasury Withdrawal actions.

Therefore, the content of the videos for the proposals of these 2 actions will be different.

Video analyzing proposal about Parameter Update actions content:

• What are the Guardrails in the Constitution for this proposal?
• How do the changes to these Parameters affect the network and ecosystem?
• Are these Parameter changes really necessary for the network and ecosystem at this time?
• Feedback for the proposal

Video analyzing proposal about Treasury Withdrawal actions content:

• What are the Guidelines for these proposals in the constitution?
• What is the impact of the proposal on the Cardano ecosystem?
• Does the team implementing this proposal have the capacity to complete the proposal?
• Does this proposal bring value worthy of the funding amount?
• Compared to similar proposals
• Feedback for the proposal

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

1.Increased Community Engagement:

• Educational Resources: The series of videos accompanying the proposals will serve as valuable educational resources, helping community members better understand the technical aspects of Cardano and the implications of proposed changes.
• Informed Decision-Making: By providing detailed information and analysis, our project can empower community members to make more informed decisions regarding the future direction of Cardano.
• Fostering Discussion: Our project can stimulate meaningful discussions and debate within the community, leading to a more robust and democratic decision-making process.

2. Improved Proposal Quality:

• Rigorous Analysis: The in-depth analysis of proposals can help identify potential flaws or shortcomings, leading to more robust and well-considered proposals.
• Community Feedback: By encouraging community input and feedback, the project can ensure that proposals align with the broader interests and needs of the community.

3. Accelerated Network Development:

• Efficient Proposal Process: By streamlining the proposal process and providing clear guidance, our project can help accelerate the development and adoption of valuable improvements to the Cardano network.
• Alignment with Community Priorities: By focusing on proposals that address the community's most pressing needs, our project can ensure that Cardano's development remains aligned with its core values and goals.

4. Enhanced Community Trust:

• Transparency and Accountability: Our project's commitment to transparency and open communication can help build trust between the community and the project team.
• Community-Driven Development: By involving the community in the proposal process, our project can foster a sense of ownership and investment in Cardano's future.

[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 conducted over 20 interviews with people aspiring to become dReps.

22 interview videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vj4pBOExJs&list=PLVVmFQxEhPA-0bwTdUfVxVJfv0piVHp4h

We have successfully completed 4 funded proposals in fund 8 and 9:

• Haskell Book Vietnamese Translation: https://cardano.ideascale.com/c/idea/62683. Link download: https://bit.ly/Real-World-Haskell
• Haskell Book Vietnamese Translation: https://cardano.ideascale.com/c/idea/63881. Link download: https://bit.ly/Learn-You-A-Haskell-Vietnamese
• Haskell Course for Beginners: https://cardano.ideascale.com/c/idea/62320

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kEwg4p3yry4&list=PL6XMhpnl2Hg-gH0fxll273J0sWcAb_Wa3

• Haskell Course for Developers: https://cardano.ideascale.com/c/idea/63880

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8EXjyX5gZs&list=PL6XMhpnl2Hg_f7N-pj3_eU5QMw8QXWuOv&index=1&t=1s

We also have 2 funded proposals in fund 11:

• The decentralized e-commerce platform utilizes Smart Contracts on Cardano: https://cardano.ideascale.com/c/idea/113059
• Live-Coding Haskell: https://cardano.ideascale.com/c/idea/112982

Fund 12:

• Bring Ebay to Cardano: Decentralized Real Product Auction Platform: https://cardano.ideascale.com/c/idea/121774:

We are one of the greatest team in Developer Ecosystem Challenge in fund 8 & 9

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

Milestone outputs: 50 videos analyzing proposals (3 months)

Acceptance criteria:

Video analyzing proposal about Parameter Update actions content:

• What are the Guardrails in the Constitution for this proposal?
• How do the changes to these Parameters affect the network and ecosystem?
• Are these Parameter changes really necessary for the network and ecosystem at this time?
• Feedback for the proposal

Video analyzing proposal about Treasury Withdrawal actions content:

• What are the Guidelines for these proposals in the constitution?
• What is the impact of the proposal on the Cardano ecosystem?
• Does the team implementing this proposal have the capacity to complete the proposal?
• Does this proposal bring value worthy of the funding amount?
• Compared to similar proposals
• Feedback for the proposal

Evidence of milestone completion: Links to 50 Youtube videos

Milestone outputs: 50 videos analyzing proposals (3 months)

Acceptance criteria:

Video analyzing proposal about Parameter Update actions content:

• What are the Guardrails in the Constitution for this proposal?
• How do the changes to these Parameters affect the network and ecosystem?
• Are these Parameter changes really necessary for the network and ecosystem at this time?
• Feedback for the proposal

Video analyzing proposal about Treasury Withdrawal actions content:

• What are the Guidelines for these proposals in the constitution?
• What is the impact of the proposal on the Cardano ecosystem?
• Does the team implementing this proposal have the capacity to complete the proposal?
• Does this proposal bring value worthy of the funding amount?
• Compared to similar proposals
• Feedback for the proposal

• Evidence of milestone completion: Links to 50 Youtube videos

Output: 50 videos analyzing proposals (3 months)

Acceptance criteria :

Video analyzing proposal about Parameter Update actions content:

• What are the Guardrails in the Constitution for this proposal?
• How do the changes to these Parameters affect the network and ecosystem?
• Are these Parameter changes really necessary for the network and ecosystem at this time?
• Feedback for the proposal

Video analyzing proposal about Treasury Withdrawal actions content:

• What are the Guidelines for these proposals in the constitution?
• What is the impact of the proposal on the Cardano ecosystem?
• Does the team implementing this proposal have the capacity to complete the proposal?
• Does this proposal bring value worthy of the funding amount?
• Compared to similar proposals
• Feedback for the proposal

Evidence of milestone completion: Links to 50 Youtube videos

Output 1: Project close-out report

Acceptance criteria:

• List of project KPIs and how the project addressed them
• Key achievements
• Key learnings
• Next steps for the product or service developed
• Final thoughts/comments
• Links to other relevant project sources or documents.
• Link to Close out video

Evidence: Project close-out report (PDF)

Output 2: Project close-out video

Acceptance criteria:

• The problems and our solutions
• Demonstration of the project outputs
• KPI that we've achieved
• The issues when we doing this proposal
• What have we learn after doing this proposal
• What next? (after we complete this proposal)

Evidence: Project close-out video (link youtube)

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

Mr. Thanh Ngo - Advisor:

• PhD in Economics from Massey University in 2015.
• Works at the School of Aviation, Massey University.
• Expertise in efficiency and productivity analysis in various sectors, including banking, finance, agriculture, and transportation economics.
• Editorial Board member for the International Journal of Financial Studies.
• https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Thanh-Ngo-14

Mr. Vo Minh Tuan - Financial and Legal Expert, Project Financial Manager:

• Over 20 years of experience in US/JP listed and multinational companies.
• Deep knowledge of finance, accounting, IFRS, US-GAAP, SOX, tax, customs, labor, investment, and business law.
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuan-vo-8a1557151/

Mr. Tran Thanh Thien - Project Director

• Software Developer with expertise in Database Warehousing and ERP.
• Specialized in Einvoice solutions and business management software.

Mr. Nguyen Van Minh - Proposal Analyst

• Software developer and design programmer.
• Proficient in various technologies, including Servlets, SOAP, Microservices, CI/CD, Apache Kafka, Spring Framework, and more.
• https://github.com/nvminh
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/nvminh-gmail-com/

Mr. Dinh Duong Ha - Proposal Analyst

• Specializes in software design, microservices, C#, C++, Qt, Go, Rust, embedded Linux programming, blockchain, SmartContract, REST, and PostgreSQL.
• https://github.com/dinhduongha

Mr. Truong Hoai Quoc - Proposal Analyst

• Project Management and Software Development expertise.
• Proficient in C#, SQL, PHP.
• Involved in electronic invoice and business management software solutions.
• linkedin.com/in/truong-hoai-quoc-041519148

Mr. Quang Daniel: Proposal Analyst

• Admin of Vietnamese Cardano Communities
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/cardanoviet/ (46,000 members)
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/ada.holder/ (5,800 members)
• https://t.me/ADA_VIET (1,000 members)
• One year experience in operating a stake pool (SPO)
• Experience in blockchain financial research and investment since 2017
• Blockchain product and market research specialist
• Cardano Summit Speaker in 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Constitutional delegate representing the Cardano community in Vietnam
• Telegram: https://t.me/quangtran289

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

Time to make a video: 20 hours

• Make content for video (content + slide): 10 hours
• Record video: 2 hours
• Edit video: 6 hours
• Share video to communities on FaceBook, telegram: 2 hours

Total number of videos: 150 videos

Working time total: 3,000 hours/10 months

Cost: 10$/hour

Total Budget:

• Total budget in USD: $30,000
• Total budget in ADA: 85,700 ADA (rate: 1 ADA = $0.35)

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

The Cornerstone of Cardano: ADA Holders and Their Central Role

ADA holders are the lifeblood of the Cardano ecosystem, possessing the ultimate authority to shape its future. Their active participation and informed decisions are instrumental in ensuring that Cardano continues to evolve in a direction that aligns with the needs and aspirations of its community.

Recognizing the paramount importance of ADA holders, this proposal aims to empower them with a deeper understanding of the proposals that will determine the course of the Cardano ecosystem. By providing comprehensive analysis and insights, this initiative seeks to equip ADA holders and dReps with the knowledge necessary to make well-informed and strategic decisions.

A Catalyst for Informed Decision-Making

By investing in a dedicated team of experts to analyze and explain proposals, this proposal offers several key benefits:

• Enhanced Understanding: ADA holders and dReps will gain a more nuanced understanding of the technical intricacies and potential implications of each proposal.
• Objective Perspectives: The analysis provided will be objective and unbiased, offering a balanced view of the proposal's merits and drawbacks.
• Simplified Decision-Making: The comprehensive explanations will make it easier for ADA holders and dReps to evaluate proposals and cast informed votes.
• Improved Proposal Quality: The feedback and insights from the analysis team can help proposal developers refine their ideas and address potential shortcomings.

A Cost-Effective Investment in Cardano's Future

At a modest cost of $10 per hour for 3,000 working hours over 10 months, this proposal represents a highly cost-effective investment in the long-term success of the Cardano ecosystem. For a relatively small expenditure, the project can significantly enhance the quality of decision-making and contribute to a more prosperous and sustainable future for Cardano.

By investing in this initiative, the Cardano community can demonstrate its commitment to empowering ADA holders and fostering a more informed and engaged ecosystem. This, in turn, will strengthen Cardano's position as a leading platform for innovation and decentralized solutions.