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The objective here is not just to initiate, but to sustain and deepen the conversation around sustainable and regenerative practices, aligning closely with Gitcoin's overarching goals and visions.\n\nImpact Envisioned:\nEnhanced Community Engagement: By fostering an inclusive, dynamic, and engaging space through initiatives like Gitcoin Radio, I aim to enhance participation, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative problem-solving within the community.\n\nRobust Anti-Fraud Measures: With stronger and more reliable anti-fraud mechanisms in place, the trust and security within the Gitcoin platform will be significantly fortified, thereby encouraging more individuals and entities to participate confidently in various rounds and initiatives.\n\nInsightful Sentiment Analysis: My contributions to Quadratic Funding (QF) sentiment analysis aim to offer valuable insights into the community\u2019s perceptions, expectations, and experiences. This in-depth understanding will serve as a foundational base for continuous improvement and innovation within the Gitcoin ecosystem.\n\nPractical Knowledge Dissemination: Through educational and advocacy efforts, I aim to empower community members with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to navigate and contribute actively and effectively to the Gitcoin platform and its various initiatives.\n\nMeasuring Impact:\nEngagement Metrics: Tracking the number of participants, their active involvement, and the quality of engagement in Gitcoin Radio and other community discussions.\n\nContent Reach: Monitoring the viewership, likes, shares, and overall reach of instructional videos and other educational content produced.\n\nFeedback and Reviews: Actively seeking and meticulously analyzing feedback from community members regarding the utility and effectiveness of the anti-fraud mechanisms, sentiment analysis insights, and educational content provided.\n\nCommunity Growth: Observing the increase in the number of active participants, contributors, and collaborators within the Gitcoin community, particularly those involved in regenerative and sustainable practices and initiatives.\n\nTool Utilization: Tracking the usage and application of the tools, resources, and mechanisms introduced and implemented for the community's benefit.\n\nSentiment Analysis Data: Observing shifts and trends in community sentiment, using this data as a reflective tool for continuous improvement and alignment with community needs and expectations.\n\nThrough these metrics and indicators, I aim to continuously assess and enhance the impact of my contributions to the Gitcoin community, staying aligned with its evolving needs, expectations, and aspirations.", "hidden": false, "question": "What impact do you hope to have (or have had) on the Gitcoin Community with this project? How do you measure your impact? (e.g. viewers, forks, branches, likes)", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Both (mixed)", "hidden": false, "question": "Are you applying for funding for work done, proposed, or both?", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "I envision creating a reverberating impact within the Gitcoin community by serving as an effective bridge between technological innovation, environmental regeneration, and community engagement. The objective here is not just to initiate, but to sustain and deepen the conversation around sustainable and regenerative practices, aligning closely with Gitcoin's overarching goals and visions.\n\nImpact Envisioned:\nEnhanced Community Engagement: By fostering an inclusive, dynamic, and engaging space through initiatives like Gitcoin Radio, I aim to enhance participation, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative problem-solving within the community.\n\nRobust Anti-Fraud Measures: With stronger and more reliable anti-fraud mechanisms in place, the trust and security within the Gitcoin platform will be significantly fortified, thereby encouraging more individuals and entities to participate confidently in various rounds and initiatives.\n\nInsightful Sentiment Analysis: My contributions to Quadratic Funding (QF) sentiment analysis aim to offer valuable insights into the community\u2019s perceptions, expectations, and experiences. This in-depth understanding will serve as a foundational base for continuous improvement and innovation within the Gitcoin ecosystem.\n\nPractical Knowledge Dissemination: Through educational and advocacy efforts, I aim to empower community members with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to navigate and contribute actively and effectively to the Gitcoin platform and its various initiatives.\n\nMeasuring Impact:\nEngagement Metrics: Tracking the number of participants, their active involvement, and the quality of engagement in Gitcoin Radio and other community discussions.\n\nContent Reach: Monitoring the viewership, likes, shares, and overall reach of instructional videos and other educational content produced.\n\nFeedback and Reviews: Actively seeking and meticulously analyzing feedback from community members regarding the utility and effectiveness of the anti-fraud mechanisms, sentiment analysis insights, and educational content provided.\n\nCommunity Growth: Observing the increase in the number of active participants, contributors, and collaborators within the Gitcoin community, particularly those involved in regenerative and sustainable practices and initiatives.\n\nTool Utilization: Tracking the usage and application of the tools, resources, and mechanisms introduced and implemented for the community's benefit.\n\nSentiment Analysis Data: Observing shifts and trends in community sentiment, using this data as a reflective tool for continuous improvement and alignment with community needs and expectations.\n\nThrough these metrics and indicators, I aim to continuously assess and enhance the impact of my contributions to the Gitcoin community, staying aligned with its evolving needs, expectations, and aspirations.", "hidden": false, "question": "If you have work completed, please describe it below and include links where possible:", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Below are my planned activities aimed at bolstering Gitcoin's vibrant community:\n\n## 1. Strengthening Anti-Fraud Measures:\nObjective: Enhance the integrity and trustworthiness of Gitcoin by refining anti-fraud mechanisms. This encompasses close collaboration with related work streams to proactively mitigate potential fraudulent activities.\nEstimated Time: 60 hours\n## 2. Deep Dive into QF Sentiment Analysis:\nObjective: Leverage my Environmental Data Science background to intensively engage in sentiment analysis within the Quadratic Funding realm. This effort aims to understand and enhance the community's experience, facilitating a more engaging and supportive environment.\nEstimated Time: 50 hours\n## 3. Exploration of Pigouvian Tax Mechanisms:\nObjective: Engage in the implementation and understanding of Pigouvian tax mechanisms. This exploration aligns with the continuous bridging of technology and purposeful, sustainable initiatives.\nEstimated Time: 40 hours\n## 4. Continuous Learning & Contribution:\nObjective: Actively participate in the community\u2019s various learning and brainstorming sessions, discussions, and forums, continuously providing insights while also learning from others.\nEstimated Time: 30 hours\n## 5. Educational Content Production:\nObjective: Create and distribute educational content to demystify complex processes within Gitcoin and improve user experience and understanding, making the platform more accessible to all.\nEstimated Time: 30 hours\n\n## Total Estimated Time: 210 hours\nEach task and time estimate is tentative and may vary based on the depth of engagement and unforeseen challenges encountered during the execution of each task. Nonetheless, my commitment is steadfast in contributing positively to the Gitcoin community and its overarching objectives.", "hidden": false, "question": "If you have work you are planning to do, please describe it below and include estimates of how much time (in hours) you expect it will take: ", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "No, this work has not been previously funded.", "hidden": false, "question": "Has this work been previously funded? If so, by who and for how much? ", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "No", "hidden": false, "question": "Are you working on this as an individual?", "questionId": 6}], "project": {"id": "424:0xDF9BF58Aa1A1B73F0e214d79C652a7dd37a6074e:124", "title": "shaanpatel.eth", "logoImg": "bafkreiafpl4txjfnc5szxni6kekakg5ug4l2a7rqfqqsjse2qyu2fp2sje", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreibfwu6brjxfvfw3kd2vfatsmf57ldw4vqzpiodulr4hu4m4tg7erq", "protocol": "1"}, "website": "https://twitter.com/epistetechnic", "bannerImg": "bafybeihmnsmcff2uct75gwcbdtiu3hqvjpntzeyaif3fus7eofi6zveh3q", "createdAt": 1695890748639, "userGithub": "Epistetechnician", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..TUk-CRApdPsR8oidnNaQBsjd3CJ9xf8JTF4hIcTn_r6N0X0IaLbaM1zZPRvd30SAem4XoLDTIXNRb2I2irOEBg", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2023-09-27T18:24:13.125Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2023-09-27T18:24:13.125Z", "expirationDate": "2023-12-26T18:24:13.125Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x43D936856485c6FF09E05FFdF0A97989A433ab9D", "hash": "v0.0.0:oVPK94xMiCWVjEXepXuQcQ3CuWW1dxWNhBToUvF3k/s=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#epistetechnic"}}}, "description": "In my journey as a steward at the nexus of regeneration \ud83c\udf31 and digital innovation \ud83d\udce1, I've engaged deeply with transformative initiatives like Kula and Dream DAO. I've not only been hands-on in architecting platforms and nurturing community engagement but have also been an earnest advocate for practices that underscore regenerative living. My involvement in education and advocacy is evident through my stewardship at Gitcoin Radio\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f and my relentless efforts in regen education and environmental advocacy. Each role I\u2019ve embraced, whether visible or behind-the-scenes, has been aimed at forging pathways that make sustainable living and robust community-building not just aspirational, but attainable.\n\nMoving forward, my interests are progressively leaning towards data analysis, stemming from my academic pursuit in Environmental Data Science. I'm gearing up to actively contribute to fraud detection and Quadratic Funding sentiment analysis work streams, while also exploring the intricacies of implementing Pigouvian tax mechanisms. These endeavours align seamlessly with my commitment to enhancing user experiences and ensuring dynamic engagement within our blossoming ecosystem. Each step I take is with the hope and effort to weave a tapestry of change, where data meets purpose, and technology becomes an ally of sustainable and regenerative living.\n\n## Retroactive Work \ud83d\udd04\nWith a retrospective lens focused on active support and value amplification, I have engaged in:\n\nOver the course of the Beta and GG18 rounds, I've been deeply immersed in [stewarding the Gitcoin Radio \ud83d\udcfb](https://shaanpatel.notion.site/Solarpunk-Guild-Gitcoin-Radio-Stewardship-e85b843b3a274ee9b394bcedcd9744f7?pvs=4), dedicating substantial time and energy to foster insightful discussions and providing a space for individuals to promote their grants and the round overall. This platform not only initiated and transitioned engaging dialogues but also served as a crucial spotlight for grant exposure, helping participants gain visibility and support for their innovative projects and initiatives. \n\n![Alt Text](https://github.com/Epistetechnician/Archival-Storage/blob/gh-pages/ezgif-1-067db43164.gif?raw=true)\n\nDuring the 12-day Beta round, I committed four hours daily, totaling 48 hours of engaged, thoughtful discourse initiation and transition. The GG18 round saw an increase in my involvement, with a daily commitment of five hours over 12 days, summing up to 60 hours. Cumulatively, I've dedicated 108 hours across both rounds, playing a crucial role in not only leading but also shaping conversations that are pivotal for the community and the broader ecosystem. This extensive time investment reflects my deep commitment to and passion for nurturing a dynamic, inclusive, and insightful space where ideas and collaboration flourish.\n\nFurthermore I offered hands-on support to Gitcoin participants, assisting those who struggled to check their Passport scores back in the Beta round with the scorer API. Through the use of tools like Gas Hawk in the Beta round and aiding transition to Optimism and PGN during GG18, I played a role in alleviating participants' barriers to donate. My creation of accessible [instructional videos](https://www.loom.com/share/2f8c1fa7eada4d649ed60d03f6a8fcd5) and provision of one-on-one support ensured a streamlined, user-friendly experience across both the Passport and Builder platforms, enhancing the participatory experience for everyone involved.\n\n## Proposed Work \ud83d\ude80\nWith a vision anchored in proactive engagement and value creation, I am planning to:\n\n**Explore Pigouvian Tax Mechanisms**\ud83d\udcb8: I\u2019ll explore and work on the effective implementation of Pigouvian tax mechanisms, studying their potential implications and benefits for the Gitcoin ecosystem. This exploration will be aligned with my continuous efforts to bridge the gap between technology, data, and purposeful initiatives for sustainable living and regeneration.\n\n![Alt Text](https://github.com/Epistetechnician/Archival-Storage/blob/gh-pages/Reg.png?raw=true)\n\n\n**Strengthen Anti-Fraud Measures**\ud83d\udd12: I\u2019ll invest my time in developing and refining robust anti-fraud mechanisms, contributing to the creation of a more secure and trustworthy Gitcoin environment. This involves working closely with existing work streams to analyze, identify, and mitigate potential risks and fraudulent activities that could undermine the integrity and effectiveness of the funding processes.\n\n**Deep Dive into QF Sentiment Analysis**\ud83d\udcac: Building on my background in Environmental Data Science, I plan to contribute significantly to sentiment analysis within the Quadratic Funding domain. This will include scrutinizing, interpreting, and providing insights on user sentiments, which will be instrumental in understanding and improving the community's experience and engagement with Gitcoin's various initiatives.\n\n**Engage in Continuous Learning & Contribution**\ud83c\udf10: As Gitcoin evolves, so does the need for continuous learning and contribution. I\u2019ll be actively participating in various discussions, forums, and brainstorming sessions, providing my insights and learning from others in the community. The goal here is to stay abreast of the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities within the Gitcoin ecosystem, positioning myself as an active contributor and learner.\n\nAs an individual contributing to Gitcoin\u2019s ecosystem, my work has been focused on enhancing community engagement, promoting Gitcoin\u2019s vision and rounds, and fostering an environment of learning and collaboration through initiatives like the Solarpunk Guild's Gitcoin Radio and further collaborations with individuals part of Dream DAO. My commitment is towards not only continuing this work but also expanding its scope and impact in the service of Gitcoin\u2019s community and objectives of funding what matters!\n\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "epistetechnic"}, "recipient": "0x43D936856485c6FF09E05FFdF0A97989A433ab9D"}}