This milestone focuses on designing the foundational architecture and defining API standards to ensure seamless communication between the modular microservices. The system will be designed with scalability, security, and interoperability in mind, supporting future integrations such as Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKP) for privacy-preserving computations. Key activities include: System Architecture Design & Documentation – Define the overall structure, microservice interactions, and data flow. API Standardization – Establish standardized API endpoints for interoperability. Tech Stack Selection & Infrastructure Setup – Finalize the blockchain platform (WASM-based), storage mechanisms, and security measures. Smart Contract Skeleton Development – Implement the basic contract structure for reputation scoring and voting weights. Security & Scalability Planning – Define authentication, authorization, and horizontal scaling strategies. This milestone ensures a strong foundation for further development.

Milestone 1: Deliverable Description This milestone will produce key foundational deliverables required to build a scalable and modular reputation and voting weight system. The deliverables ensure that the system architecture is well-defined, standardized, and ready for further microservice integration and smart contract implementation. Key Deliverables: Comprehensive Architecture Documentation – A detailed technical document outlining the system’s modular structure, data flow, microservice interactions, and integration approach. API Specification Document – A well-defined set of API endpoints, including request/response formats, authentication mechanisms, and interoperability guidelines. Smart Contract Prototype (WASM-based) – A basic contract implementation for reputation scoring and voting weight calculations, deployed in a test environment. Infrastructure Setup & Initial Deployment – Establishment of the blockchain environment, storage mechanisms, and security configurations for development. Security & Compliance Framework – A documented approach for user-controlled data permissions, privacy measures, and security best practices. These deliverables ensure that the project has a strong foundation for subsequent development phases.

$35,000 USD

Milestone 1: Success Criteria The success of Milestone 1 will be determined by the following measurable outcomes: Completion of Architecture Documentation – A finalized, peer-reviewed document outlining the modular design, microservice interactions, and API specifications, ensuring a scalable and interoperable system. API Specification Readiness – All core API endpoints must be defined, documented, and tested in a simulated environment for seamless data exchange between microservices. Smart Contract Prototype Deployment – A working WASM-based smart contract must be deployed on a test blockchain, executing basic reputation scoring and voting weight calculations. Infrastructure Setup Validation – The development and testing environments must be fully configured, including blockchain nodes, storage mechanisms, and role-based access controls. Security & Compliance Framework Approval – Privacy mechanisms, user consent controls, and security policies must be implemented and reviewed to ensure regulatory compliance and data protection. Stakeholder Review & Approval – Documentation, initial deployment, and security measures must be reviewed and approved by key stakeholders, confirming alignment with project goals and usability requirements. Meeting these criteria will confirm that Milestone 1 is successfully completed and the project is on track for further development.

Milestone 2 focuses on the core development and implementation of the Reputation and Voting Weight System’s microservices. This stage is crucial for establishing the modular, scalable, and privacy-focused architecture outlined in the proposal. The milestone includes building and integrating the initial set of microservices that handle data collection, reputation scoring, and voting weight calculations. These services will be designed to operate independently while maintaining interoperability through standardized APIs. Key components include developing the Deep Funding Proposal Portal, the Voting Portal, and a Blockchain Explorer Microservice to fetch and process on-chain reputation data. Each microservice will support fault isolation, data privacy measures, and ZKP readiness, ensuring compliance with security and transparency requirements. Additionally, we will develop mechanisms for data consent management, allowing users to control their data usage explicitly. This milestone also includes implementing privacy-preserving computation models, enabling secure and tamper-proof reputation scoring while maintaining anonymity. By the end of Milestone 2, a functional backend with tested APIs will be available for further integration into the front-end UI. The success of this phase ensures a strong foundation for seamless expansion in future milestones, aligning with Deep Funding and SingularityNET’s ecosystem requirements.

The deliverables for Milestone 2 will include a fully functional backend system with a set of modular, scalable, and privacy-focused microservices. These microservices will be responsible for data collection, reputation scoring, and voting weight calculations within the Deep Funding and SingularityNET ecosystem. Developed and Tested Microservices: Deep Funding Proposal Portal for fetching and processing funding proposals. Voting Portal to manage weighted voting based on reputation scores. Blockchain Explorer Microservice for querying on-chain data via Flipside Crypto or similar services. Standardized API Development: Fully documented RESTful and WebSocket-based APIs to ensure smooth communication between microservices. Data retrieval and scoring endpoints, enabling future integrations with external applications. Privacy-Preserving Computation Implementation: Initial setup for Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) readiness, ensuring secure and anonymous reputation calculations. Consent management dashboard for users to control their data visibility and access permissions. Unit and Integration Testing: Comprehensive testing of microservices for reliability, scalability, and security. Simulations to validate correct calculation of voting weights and reputation scores. This milestone ensures that the system is backend-ready, setting a foundation for UI integration and final security enhancements in future phases.

$50,000 USD

The success of Milestone 3 will be determined by the complete integration of the user interface (UI) with the backend microservices, ensuring a seamless and intuitive experience for users interacting with the reputation and voting weight system. The key success criteria include: Fully Functional UI Implementation: A web-based dashboard allowing users to view, configure, and interact with reputation scoring and voting weight data. Smooth integration with the backend microservices for real-time data updates and transactions. Microservice and UI Integration: Successful API connectivity between the UI and backend services. No major performance bottlenecks in fetching and displaying reputation scores. Consent Management and Privacy Controls: Users can modify, grant, or revoke data access permissions via the UI. Compliance with privacy regulations and proper handling of Zero-Knowledge Proof (ZKP) functionalities. User Testing and Feedback Incorporation: Conduct user testing sessions to ensure ease of use and proper functionality. Implement necessary UI/UX improvements based on feedback. Performance and Security Benchmarks: Ensure the system runs efficiently under load conditions. All security vulnerabilities identified in earlier phases are resolved. Meeting these criteria will confirm that the system is feature-complete, secure, and user-friendly, paving the way for final deployment and community adoption.

Milestone 3 Description: Milestone 3 focuses on developing and integrating the User Interface (UI) with the reputation and voting weight system. This phase ensures that users can seamlessly interact with the platform, configure settings, view reputation scores, and manage voting weights. The UI will provide real-time transparency, enabling users to track changes in reputation scoring while ensuring a smooth user experience. Additionally, a Consent Management Dashboard will be developed, allowing users to control their data permissions effectively. This milestone also includes frontend-backend integration, where microservices will communicate efficiently via standardized APIs. Security and privacy mechanisms will be implemented to protect user data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. By the end of this milestone, the UI will be fully functional, tested, and ready for user onboarding.

The deliverables for Milestone 3 include a fully functional User Interface (UI) integrated with the reputation and voting weight system. This UI will feature an interactive dashboard for users to configure microservices, assign voting weights, and view reputation scores in real time. A Consent Management Dashboard will also be developed, enabling users to grant, modify, or revoke data access permissions. The frontend will be designed for intuitive navigation, ensuring accessibility for both technical and non-technical users. Additionally, API integration between the UI and backend microservices will be completed, ensuring seamless data flow and system responsiveness. Security measures, such as role-based access control (RBAC) and encryption protocols, will be implemented to protect sensitive user data. Rigorous UI/UX testing will be conducted to optimize performance, responsiveness, and accessibility. The final deliverable will be a production-ready UI, fully integrated and capable of supporting real-world usage scenarios.

$30,000 USD

Milestone 3 Success Criteria: Fully Functional UI – The User Interface (UI) must be completely developed and integrated with the backend microservices, enabling seamless interaction between users and the reputation voting system. Intuitive User Experience – The UI should be easy to navigate, with clear workflows for configuring microservices, assigning voting weights, and viewing reputation scores. Consent Management Implementation – The Consent Management Dashboard should allow users to successfully grant, modify, or revoke data access permissions with proper security and logging mechanisms in place. API and Microservice Integration – The UI should effectively communicate with all microservices via APIs, ensuring real-time data processing and updates. Security & Access Controls – Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and encryption protocols should be in place, securing user data and ensuring compliance with privacy standards. Performance & Load Testing – The UI must be stress-tested for responsiveness, handling multiple concurrent users without performance degradation. Cross-Platform Compatibility – The UI should be tested and fully functional on major web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) and mobile devices. Final Approval & User Acceptance – The milestone is considered successful when all functionalities pass QA testing, user acceptance tests (UAT) are completed, and the UI is ready for real-world deployment.

Milestone 4 focuses on the final security audit, performance optimization, and full-scale deployment of the reputation and voting weight system. This phase ensures that all components—microservices, APIs, and the user interface—are thoroughly tested for security, scalability, and efficiency. A comprehensive security audit will be conducted to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with best practices for blockchain and data privacy. Performance tuning will optimize the system for handling high volumes of transactions. Upon successful validation, the system will be deployed on the mainnet, accompanied by a detailed deployment guide and ongoing support strategy.

The key deliverables for Milestone 4 include a comprehensive security audit report, identifying and addressing vulnerabilities to ensure robust data protection and blockchain integrity. A performance optimization report will document system improvements, detailing load testing results and efficiency enhancements. The fully deployed reputation and voting weight system will be live on the mainnet, with all microservices, APIs, and the UI functioning seamlessly. A deployment guide and maintenance plan will be provided, ensuring smooth operation post-launch. Additionally, a support framework will be established for ongoing monitoring, bug fixes, and future scalability.

$25,000 USD

Milestone 4 Success Criteria Successful Security Audit Completion – All identified vulnerabilities must be addressed, with third-party verification confirming the system’s security integrity. Seamless Mainnet Deployment – The reputation and voting weight system must be fully functional on the mainnet, with all microservices, APIs, and UI components working without critical issues. Performance Benchmarks Achieved – The system must handle expected user loads efficiently, with minimal downtime and optimal response times. Comprehensive Documentation & Training – Deployment guides, maintenance plans, and training materials must be delivered to ensure long-term sustainability. Post-Launch Support Ready – A dedicated support framework must be in place to monitor and address post-deployment issues.