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Finding service providers is difficult, a platform is needed to match skills with needs and blockchain is underutilized for such transactions. Cardano must attract Web2 users to push Web3 adoption.
This is the total amount allocated to Addonx: A platform connecting Skills and Needs: A Token-Based Community Network.
Addonx connects people with needs to providers, locally or globally, both online and offline. Transactions can be Web2, but the platform promotes Web3 adoption and a variety of Web3 payment methods.
No dependencies
The project will be partially open source.
We are developing a platform (MVP) on the Cardano blockchain that will attract Web2 users and facilitate their onboarding to Web3.
Our platform finds matches between the people with needs and the people with skills to solve those needs.
Once a match is made our platform offers various payment options to complete the transaction.
People often struggle to find the right provider for the services, advice, or information they need. They have to spend time researching options, connecting with providers, and negotiating payments.
Everyone needs something at some point and, usually, everyone has some form of knowledge, skill or expertise which they can offer to someone else.
The Addonx platform offers a space where people can create posts telling the community what they need. Members can search or browse these needs and make an offer to provide a solution.
The platform will suggest suitable matches to the users and once a connection is made the platform will offer various payment methods.
The UX/UI is designed for both Web1/2 and Web3 users but it will encourage Web3 adoption by promoting and onboarding users to the security, flexibility and transparency of blockchain technology.
Web1/2
Initially, in order to encourage new users and help blockchain adoption, a person who has zero knowledge of blockchain utility and is outside the crypto eco-system is offered a simple matchmaker service to help them fulfil their needs or sell their service.
Users that have signed up but haven't connected a wallet are off chain users and only have the option of transacting with fiat currency. A Web1/2 sign up process enables users to post their needs and connect with other users who have the capacity to provide solutions.
The platform facilitates the connection but directs the user to traditional payment gateways for this type of exchange. Transactions with this type of payment take place outside the platform and third parties (PayPal etc.) administer the process.
The educational resources on our platform encourage and nudge this type of user towards the web3 experience and our aim is a smooth onboarding, helping the user to create their own wallet. This step by step approach gradually brings users on chain and can help solve the problem of adoption.
Web3
Experienced Web3 users are able to connect their wallet directly in order to create a profile and post their needs.
Transactions can be completed using payment methods as in Web1/2 or by using tokens from the connected wallet when an exchange is agreed.
This enables peer to peer transactions based entirely in the blockchain eco-system.
Smart Contracts
In order to complete each Web3 transaction the platform gives security and flexibility to both parties by following the procedure laid out in a smart contract.
The smart contract allows both parties to negotiate and create conditions with agreement needed to progress to the next stage.
Smart contract details can been found in milestones 4 and 5 of the proposal.
Payment Methods for Web3 users
The on chain User Interface is built on the Cardano blockchain so ADA will be used for the blockchain fees. Within the platform ADA can be used for all transactions such as paying for needs and buying tokens.
Web3 users that connect a wallet have the possibility of transacting with different payment methods:
The Addonx native token
Addonx native token is a utility token created by the project and users who help in any way with the growth of the platform are rewarded with Addonx native tokens. The token can be used to pay the platform fees and any other services offered by the platform. Users can also choose to accept this token as payment for their service or their PFTs.
The Addonx PFT
As users become more involved with the platform they will be offered the opportunity to create and pay with a unique personal token (PFT). This innovative concept converts the users skills, experience and expertise into a tradable asset.
The PFT, based on a set period of the user's own time, represents the value of the service offered and depends on the demand, supply, type and quality of that service. The supply and management of this type of token is controlled by the user themselves. A user who fulfils the criteria of a provider will have access to the platform's token creation infrastructure.
Users who have little traditional monetary resources, but have skills and knowledge to offer, can use their own token to pay for the things they need. The user potentially fulfilling the need is able to check all the attributes of the token on the platform before accepting any PFT as payment and the transparency and security of the transaction is guaranteed by the smart contract.
Conclusion
The Addonx project has four main aims:
The Addonx platform matches people who have needs with people who can fulfil those needs. We can connect customers with providers both locally and globally, offline and online. The transactions between these two parties can be made traditionally with fiat currency but our goal is to encourage the user to adopt Web3 payment methods.
Our platform uses the security and transparency of the Cardano blockchain to validate transactions and allows open ratings and reviews for each user. We offer various methods of payment including our own native tokens as well as personal tokens unique to each individual. The innovative use of smart contracts ensures that both customer and provider are satisfied with the completed transaction.
Positive Impacts.
We will measure impact by collecting metrics from the platform.
I have been a successful freelance Business English Teacher for 20 years and I started as a pioneer of online education 15 years ago. I have a deep knowledge of my subject and I have extensive experience teaching in the financial and technology sectors.
As well as teaching groups and individuals I hold weekly English speaking discussion workshops where I bring together and host professionals from around the world. This has given me a great experience of online project management.
I have a large network of contacts and I have put together a team of professionals with the relevant experience capable of delivering this project.
The project's Technical Manager Paulo Bressan is a established software developer with extensive experience working on large scale blockchain projects. He has also founded and brought to market various successful ecommerce applications.
The Project Management Adviser Luis has over 30 years of experience in the IT sector including delivering large-scale projects for the Spanish Stock Exchange. He is a long time student of mine and will take an unpaid role offering advice and guidance when we need it.
The project team has connected with TxPipe Shop for Smart Contract development and auditing.
Prototype completion and Resource allocation.
Objectives
Elevate the overall quality of the existing prototype platform by refining both its visual design and user experience. This involves validating core interactions to ensure intuitive and seamless navigation, while also exploring the necessary technical foundations to support future growth.
Deliverables
Evidence of Completion
Documentation with all of the information below:
Development of Landing Page with Sign-Up options and first User interactions.
Objectives
A user-friendly experience on Addonx, starting with an engaging landing page, multiple sign-up options (web1, web2, web3), and customizable profiles. A personalized dashboard will centralize updates and matches, ensuring smooth navigation and interaction across the platform.
Deliverables
Evidence of Completion
The following features available for testing, accessible by URL and video demos published on our website.
Need interactions and wallet integration.
Objectives
Active Needs lets users browse and filter service requests to find relevant opportunities. Users can easily post a need from their dashboard, outlining their service requirements and payment options. When a skilled user sees a match, they can apply, notifying the need's owner and sparking potential collaboration. The Wallet Integration makes managing on-chain transactions and PFTs effortless.
Deliverables
Evidence of Completion
The following features available for testing, accessible by URL and video demos published on our website.
Blockchain Smart Contract
Objectives
The smart contract facilitates a fair and secure transaction, giving both users control at every stage. The need owner can initiate a recursive cycle to lock additional tokens, while the provider fulfils the agreed-upon terms. Both parties can leave reviews about each other within the contract data.
Deliverables
Evidence of Completion
A public GitHub repository
Matching pages and Smart Contract integrations
Objectives
Establish a matching page for need owners to review provider applications and negotiate offers. Providers will have a Status Page to track application progress and manage negotiations. The Smart Contract will automate and secure agreement terms, ensuring fairness for both parties.
Deliverables
Evidence of Completion
The following features available for testing, accessible by URL and video demos published on our website.
Auditing and Testing
Objective
Open the smart contract for public auditing. Onboard engaged beta users from the community for testing and validation. Additionally, focus on community building through informative posts on X and discussions, along with targeted ads to attract Web1 and Web2 users from Facebook and Instagram.
Deliverables
Evidence of Completion
Founders
Freelance English Teacher
https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-reilly-english-teacher
TxPipe - Software Engineer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulo-b-335501115/
Advisers
Responsable de Formación en Instituto BME
Total Budget Summary:
Development Costs: 90,000 ADA
Operational Costs: 31,500 ADA
Marketing and Community: 20,000 ADA
Grand Total: 141,500 ADA
Notes on Allocation:
Decisions regarding cost:
One of the main aims of the platform is to build a community of members who have skills, knowledge and expertise to share. The Cardano community can share their skills and expertise.