Enhanced RecordStore Integration in the NEWM Music App

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

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

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

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

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

We will integrate The RecordStore within the NEWM Music App so that users can browse, purchase, and listen to NFTs from The RecordStore without leaving the app or having to reconnect their wallets.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

[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.”

This project will rely on the NEWM team as the integration will need to be implemented directly within the NEWM Music App.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

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

All development and addition to the GitHub repository made to deliver this solution will be open source similar to the existing codebase.

[METADATA] Horizons

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

The team will integrate two existing products (The RecordStore and NEWM Music App) into a seamless mobile experience. Currently, users are only able to access The RecordStore from the mobile app via a hyperlink enabled button that takes the user outside of the app into the local browser in order to shop music on The RecordStore. This proposed solution allows for users to access The RecordStore without leaving the mobile app, and will provide a much improved user experience with the intention of driving more activity to The RecordStore (and resulting in more exposure for the Web3 artist community and additional transactions on the Cardano blockchain). This integration will enable users to:

• Explore new NFT music content
• Purchase desired tracks
• Automate wallet refresh
• Listen to their NFT music, all from directly within the mobile application

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

By integrating The RecordStore into the NEWM Music App, we will increase the usage of two separate products with a seamless user experience. This will create an easily accessible, centralized mobile product for music listeners and will bring additional usage, transactions, and activity to the Cardano blockchain.

[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 Sick City and NEWM teams have a proven track record of successfully delivering projects, demonstrating our capability to execute with high levels of trust and accountability. Our collective experience spans multiple industries and includes the successful implementation of initiatives ranging from community events to digital innovation projects. Here are some key aspects of our existing capabilities that demonstrate why we are best suited to deliver this project:

• Track Record of Success: Our teams have a history of delivering projects on time and within budget, showcasing our ability to effectively plan, execute, and manage initiatives from conception to completion. This includes events organized by Sick City, and community engagement initiatives facilitated by NEWM.

• Expertise in Relevant Domains: Each team brings unique expertise to the table, with Sick City specializing in community engagement by successfully onboarding new artists to The RecordStore, focusing on technology solutions (e.g., for creation of NFTs), and NEWM offering expertise in music industry dynamics and blockchain integration. This diverse skill set ensures that we can effectively address the multifaceted challenges of the project.

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

Solution Research and Product Summary Documentation (One Month)

A: Milestone Outputs: Feasibility research conducted to determine refined project timeline and general solution requirements. Product feature documentation outlining functional (UX/UI) and technical (backend/server) requirements to build the integration between products. This documentation will be leveraged as guidance in the next phase of UI design and the creation of the formal Product Requirements Document (PRD).

B: Acceptance Criteria: Functional and technical overview documentation is created and made available for the project team.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion: Feature summary document (Google Doc, PDF).

UI Design and Formal Product Requirements Document (One Month)

A: Milestone Outputs: Figma (or similar) UI wireframes and comprehensive designs and the feature’s Product Requirement Document (PRD), both of which will be utilized by the Product Delivery and Development teams to create development tickets and as a reference for Quality Management team members when reviewing and testing the to-be-developed feature.

B: Acceptance Criteria: Designs and PRD are created and leverageable by Product, Development, and Quality teams for the next phase (i.e., development).

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion: Figma files and PRD (Google Doc, PDF).

Product Development (Two Months)

A: Milestone Outputs: GitHub repository(s) updated and feature code developed. Feature code deployed to the staging environment and ready to test on TestNet.

B: Acceptance Criteria: Codebase and feature deployable to TestNet environment, developed to design and specification

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion: Codebase accessible via Github

Testing and Critical Bug Fixes (One Month)

A: Milestone Outputs: Feature QA and testing reports. Updated codebase with bug fixes and enhancements defined during the testing period.

B: Acceptance Criteria: The codebase is tested and meets all requirements outlined in PRD and UI designs, all critical bugs have been resolved, and the feature is ready for Production/MainNet deployment.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion: Test case documentation (Google Sheet, PDF). Bug and enhancement report (Google Doc, PDF). Video of integration of the NEWM Music App and The RecordStore browse, purchase, and playback of music collectible (NFT) (on TestNet) from within the NEWM Music App, demonstrating the feature prior to launch.

Final Milestone | Closeout and Production Launch (One Month)

A: Milestone Outputs: Final close-out report. Final closeout video. Feature launched in NEWM Music App Production environment.

B: Acceptance Criteria: Final close-out report and video are created and submitted and the feature codebase is deployed to the Production/MainNet environment.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion: Final close-out report. Final closeout video. NEWM Music App Release Notes (Google Doc, PDF).

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

Sick City

Role: Product Management, Project Advisor

Link: SickCity

Responsibilities: Guide and provide advice on general project execution and support communication with NEWM (and NMKR, if necessary).

NEWM

Role(s): Project Delivery Management, Solution Development

Link: NEWM

Responsibilities: Oversee overall project execution, coordinate team effort, and manage event logistics. Create all project milestone evidence documentation and deliver proposed solutions. Responsible for application development and enhancement of the NEWM Mobile App to support the integration of The RecordStore, including specification, UX/UI design, front and backend development, and release management.

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

Technical Development: 115,000 ADA

This allocation covers the costs associated with the technical development required for integrating existing blockchain technology into the NEWM ecosystem. It includes expenses such as resources required for software development, testing, and deployment.

Platform Enhancement: 50,000 ADA

This portion of the budget is designated for enhancing the NEWM app platform to support the integration with RecordStore. It includes user interface design improvements, backend infrastructure upgrades, and implementation of new features.

Project Management Costs: 8,400 ADA

Project management fees to oversee the integration project, including coordination, communication, and ensuring project milestones are met on time and within budget.

Contingency Fund: 6,600 ADA

Reserved for unforeseen expenses or additional requirements that may arise during the integration process. This ensures flexibility and allows for adjustments to the project scope if needed.

Total Budget: 180,000 ADA

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

The costs associated with the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem by investing in the integration of blockchain technology into the NEWM ecosystem, which subsequently will unlock new, innovative opportunities for artists and creators all around the world to leverage NFTs and this blockchain technology. This will allow the community to more efficiently and effectively onboard new artists from other blockchains onto the Cardano ecosystem.