Name of Grant
Rocket Pool Governance Analytics Dashboard
What is the work being proposed?
We propose building a Rocket Pool Governance Analytics Dashboard, a user-friendly tool designed to simplify understanding complex governance dynamics within Rocket Pool’s decentralized governance system. The dashboard will provide near real-time monitoring of governance activities, track delegate performance, and empower RPL token holders and node operators by offering transparent insights into governance participation. By delivering essential metrics and analytics, the platform will enhance transparency, accountability, and collaboration in Rocket Pool’s governance processes.
Is there any related work this builds off of?
N/A
Will the results of this project be entirely open source (MIT, GPL, Apache, CC BY license or similar)? If not, which parts will not be, why, and under what license will they be published?
This project is not classified as open source, as it primarily focuses on governance data analytics rather than fulfilling a technical requirement. However, the dashboard and monthly governance analytics report will be publicly accessible.
Benefit
| Group | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Potential rETH holders | By improving the governance data accessibility, this tool may lead to better governance decisions, enhancing the overall experience and security for rETH holders. |
| rETH holders | rETH holders will benefit from a more transparent governance process, leading to improved decision-making on protocol updates and tokenomics, which directly affects their holdings. |
| Potential NOs | The tool will help potential node operators better understand governance and make informed decisions about participating in the Rocket Pool ecosystem. |
| NOs | For existing node operators, the dashboard will provide insights into governance proposals that may affect node operation, including rewards, penalties, and protocol updates. |
| Community | The Rocket Pool community as a whole will benefit from a governance tool that simplifies participation and ensures data-driven, transparent decision-making processes. |
| RPL holders | RPL holders will be able to track delegate performance and voting activity, making it easier for them to make informed decisions about delegating their tokens or participating in governance directly. |
Which other non-RPL protocols, DAOs, projects, or individuals, would stand to benefit from this grant?
N/A
Work
Who is doing the work?
The work will be developed by the Curia Team. Our team has extensive experience building tools for DAO ecosystems and has previously contributed to governance and public goods funding in the space.
What is the background of the person(s) doing the work? What experience do they have with such projects in the past?
Our team consists of blockchain developers, data analysts, and governance professionals with experience in building data-driven toolings forDAOs. We have actively served as delegates in multiple DAOs, deeply engaging in governance, data analysis, and operational activities. We have built governance data-driven tools for notable projects like the Optimism Collective and SafeDAO.
What is the breakdown of the proposed work, in terms of milestones and/or deadlines?
Milestone 1: Initial Design Mockups & Metrics (3 Weeks after grant approval)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Research & Ideation: Identify key metrics and gather community feedback.
- Design & Mockups: Create initial design mockups focusing on user experience and presentation of key metrics. Share with the community for feedback.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- A clear understanding of community needs and expectations.
- Initial feedback on design and functionality to guide further development.
Milestone 2: Dashboard Development (11 Weeks after grant approval, 2 month period)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Development Phase: Develop an MVP featuring basic holder metrics and concentration of voting power metrics.
- Integration of Additional Metrics: Based on community feedback, integrate detailed proposal and participation metrics for comprehensive insights.
- Testing & Iteration: Conduct multiple rounds of testing for functionality, usability, and data accuracy. Make iterative improvements based on ongoing community feedback.
- Launch the Dashboard to the Public.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- A functional, user-friendly governance analytics dashboard.
- Officially launch the dashboard, committing to daily updates and feature iterations based on community needs.
Milestone 3: Monthly Report 1 & Dashboard Maintenance (Month 3)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Monthly Reports: Produce and distribute the first monthly governance analytics report.
- Dashboard Maintenance: Perform regular updates and ongoing community feedback-driven improvements.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- Monthly report providing insights into governance trends and metrics.
- Regular updates and maintenance to ensure the dashboard remains relevant and valuable.
Milestone 4: Monthly Report 2 & Dashboard Maintenance (Month 4)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Monthly Reports: Produce and distribute the second monthly governance analytics report.
- Dashboard Maintenance: Continue regular updates and improvements.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- Monthly report providing ongoing insights into governance trends and metrics.
- Continued dashboard maintenance based on community feedback.
Milestone 5: Monthly Report 3 & Dashboard Maintenance (Month 5)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Monthly Reports: Produce and distribute the third monthly governance analytics report.
- Dashboard Maintenance: Ensure regular updates and performance improvements.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- Monthly report offering further insights into governance trends and metrics.
- Maintenance and updates to keep the dashboard functional and responsive to needs.
Milestone 6: Monthly Report 4 & Dashboard Maintenance (Month 6)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Monthly Reports: Produce and distribute the fourth monthly governance analytics report.
- Dashboard Maintenance: Continue regular updates and feature improvements.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- Monthly report providing insights and updates on governance metrics.
- Continued dashboard maintenance based on evolving needs.
Milestone 7: Monthly Report 5 & Dashboard Maintenance (Month 7)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Monthly Reports: Produce and distribute the fifth monthly governance analytics report.
- Dashboard Maintenance: Continue updates and improvements to ensure performance and data accuracy.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- Monthly report offering updated governance insights.
- Regular dashboard updates to reflect governance trends.
Milestone 8: Monthly Report 6 & Final Dashboard Maintenance (Month 8)
Tasks and Deliverables:
- Monthly Reports: Produce and distribute the sixth monthly governance analytics report.
- Final Dashboard Maintenance: Complete any final maintenance and ensure the dashboard is fully functional for future use.
Anticipated Outcomes:
- Sixth and final monthly report providing comprehensive governance insights.
- Final dashboard updates and optimizations for ongoing value to the community.
How is the work being tested? Is testing included in the schedule?
Yes, testing is included in the schedule. Testing will involve unit tests for the dashboard’s core functionalities, integration tests for Rocket Pool governance data, and user testing with Rocket Pool community members. Feedback from the community will be incorporated into the final version.
How will the work be maintained after delivery?
After delivery, the dashboard will be maintained by our team for 6 months and we will also provide a monthly report on pDAO governance analytics.
Costs
What is the acceptance criteria?
The project will be considered successful if the dashboard is fully functional, provides key governance metrics (e.g., delegate performance, voting power, and proposal data), and passes user testing. The dashboard must be easy to use and integrate feedback from the Rocket Pool community.
What is the proposed payment schedule for the grant? How much USD $ and over what period of time is the applicant requesting?
We are requesting a total of $50,000 USD, to be distributed over the milestones as follows:
- Milestone 1: $2,000 USD
- Milestone 2: $12,000 USD
- Milestone 3: $6,000 USD
- Milestone 4: $6,000 USD
- Milestone 5: $6,000 USD
- Milestone 6: $6,000 USD
- Milestone 7: $6,000 USD
- Milestone 8: $6,000 USD
The payments will be made upon successful completion of each milestone, ensuring that work progresses according to the timeline and deliverables.
Is the applicant requesting RPL or LUSD?
We would like to request the $50,000 denominated in LUSD
How will the GMC verify that the work delivered matches the proposed cadence?
We will provide progress reports tied to each milestone. These reports will include:
- Public launch of the dashboard for the Rocket Pool community, ensuring that all work is completed according to the proposed schedule, and the dashboard is functional, user-friendly, and regularly updated based on evolving needs.
- Milestone-based governance analytics reports detailing the insights, metrics, and governance changes throughout the period.
What alternatives or options have been considered in order to save costs for the proposed project?
N/A
Conflict of Interest
Does the person or persons proposing the grant have any conflicts of interest to disclose?
No.
Will the recipient of the grant, or any protocol or project in which the recipient has a vested interest (other than Rocket Pool), benefit financially if the grant is successful?
No.