# Kusama RFP#3: Kusama.App - Gateway for Newcomers to the Ecosystem **URL:** \ **Category:** Ecosystem\ **Tags:** kusama\ **Created:** [April 8, 2025, 9:02pm UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441 "2025-04-08T21:02:03Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![olanod](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forum.polkadot.network/olanod/32/804_2.png) [@olanod](https://forum.polkadot.network/u/olanod)\ **Post date:** [April 8, 2025, 9:02pm UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441/1 "2025-04-08T21:02:04Z")
![kusama_app_gateway_to_web3](https://europe1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/uploads/polkadot2/original/2X/5/53ae6d2bdc3fc956a3f4125d95e686136f721e29.webp) # kusama.app Kusama is the gateway for entrepreneurs and builders to the Polkadot ecosystem and Web3. It is the perfect place for creative communities who want to bring new ideas to life. However, newcomers to the ecosystem, particularly hackers/builders and entrepreneurs with innovative ideas, often face a steep learning curve when it comes to understanding and utilizing blockchain technology. This RFP seeks to fund the development of **kusama.app** , a comprehensive application targeted at newcomers to the Kusama ecosystem. The application will enable users to quickly and easily create organizations (DAOs), hire developers, install programs in their provided server, explore and connect with others in the ecosystem - all without requiring extensive knowledge of Web3 and blockchain technology. The selected team will work closely with Virto to leverage their Kreivo parachain technology that together with Kusama’s AssetHub will serve as the decentralized backend for kusama.app. Many of the required functionalities are already available in the Kreivo parachain, and this project will focus on creating an intuitive, user-friendly frontend that makes these capabilities accessible to newcomers without requiring specialized knowledge or software like blockchain wallets. ## Background This RFP builds upon previous initiatives in the Kusama ecosystem: - Previous RFPs demonstrating the community’s commitment to funding innovative projects through the RFP model. - The Kreivo parachain and the Virto Operating System developed by the Virto team, provides a robust infrastructure for account abstraction, organization management, governance, payments, marketplaces and more. - The kusama.app domain, owned by the RFP creator, will serve as the home for this application The goal is to create an application that serves as an entry point for newcomers to the ecosystem, reducing barriers to entry and enabling more people to contribute to and benefit from the Kusama network. ## Project Scope The kusama.app application will be a comprehensive platform that enables users to: (see [user stories](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mfsRDfK5C66gjH2Zd2Fk4K_SughPzCnPmgIRO9gouDQ)) 1. **Explore and Connect with the Ecosystem** 2. **Create and Manage DAOs** 3. **Participate in Governance** 4. **Execute “Actions”** 5. **User-Friendly Authentication** 6. **Asset Management** 7. **Communication** \* 8. **Marketplace** \* 9. **Developer Tools (Hacker Playground)**\* _\* Extended scope for future milestones_ ## Technical Requirements ### Frontend Requirements 1. **User Interface** 2. **Authentication** 3. **DAO Management Interface** 4. **Governance Tools** ### Backend Integration and Infrastructure Requirements An App backend will be provided by the Virto team in the form of the Virto Operating System accessible via the [``](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/try-out-virto-connect-transact-without-wallets-or-tokens/12440) web component. VOS is a runtime that provides the app with the needed high level APIs abstracting the use of wallets, blockchain clients or creation of ZK proofs, it will be hosted by each DAO or run decentralized in-browser. ## Deliverables and Milestones The project can be divided into milestones for each remaining quarter of the year, the exact deliverables will be adjusted after discussion with the curator(s) and selected team. ### Milestone 1: Design and Prototype (Q2 2025) - Detailed application design and architecture - User experience flows and wireframes - Visual design system - Interactive prototype of key user journeys - Detailed definition of backend API requirements **Deliverables:** - Design documentation and assets - Interactive prototype - API specification - Integration plan ### Milestone 2: Core Functionality Development (Q3 2025) - User authentication system - DAO creation and management features - Governance tools - Basic asset management **Deliverables:** - Working application with core functionality - Source code and documentation - Integration test results with backend ### Milestone 3: Advanced Features and Refinement (Q4 2025) (possible future improvements - not requried in the initial scope) - Initial version of developer environment - Marketplace functionality - Matrix integration for secure messaging - Basic AI assistant implementation **Deliverables:** - Production ready application with listed features - Source code and documentation - Guide on how to self-host and customize ## Evaluation Criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria: 1. **Technical Expertise and Experience (40%)** 2. **Design and User Experience (30%)** 3. **Project Management (15%)** 4. **Innovation and Vision (15%)** ## Submission Requirements Proposals should include: 1. **Team Information** 2. **Technical Proposal** 3. **Project Plan** 4. **Budget** ## Bounty Details - **ID** : [34](https://kusama.subsquare.io/treasury/bounties/34) - **Budget:** 8000 KSM (~$100K) - **Payment Schedule:** Payments will be made upon successful completion of each milestone, subject to approval by the bounty curators. The Virto team will work closely with the selected development team to assist with integration with the backend connected to Kreivo and Kusama AssetHub. ## Submission Process Reply on this post with your team details and a link your project plan. Questions regarding this RFP can be ask here or directed to the public Kreivo matrix channel: [**#kreivo:virto.community**](https://matrix.to/#/#kreivo:virto.community) ## Additional Information - The kusama.app domain is owned by the RFP creator and will be used for the application. - The selected team will have access to the Virto team for guidance on Kreivo integration. - The application should be designed with future expansion in mind, allowing for additional features and integrations to be added over time. - All code developed for this project should be open source under an appropriate license (e.g., MIT, Apache 2.0). ---
**Author:** ![olanod](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forum.polkadot.network/olanod/32/804_2.png) [@olanod](https://forum.polkadot.network/u/olanod)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2025, 11:25am UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441/2 "2025-04-10T11:25:14Z")
I have created **bounty 34** for 8K KSM and the relevant [treasurer proposal](https://kusama.subsquare.io/referenda/517) to approve the bounty and add a proxy account as curator. Please reach out if you are interested in joining as curator of the project. ---
**Author:** ![sukiko](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forum.polkadot.network/sukiko/32/7649_2.png) [@sukiko](https://forum.polkadot.network/u/sukiko)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2025, 7:39pm UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441/3 "2025-04-10T19:39:16Z")
Hi Daniel! I like your proposal, can you clarify what the role of curator involves here? ---
**Author:** ![olanod](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forum.polkadot.network/olanod/32/804_2.png) [@olanod](https://forum.polkadot.network/u/olanod)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2025, 10:59pm UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441/4 "2025-04-10T22:59:57Z")
In the context of this project curators would use their expertise to evaluate whether the milestones have been achieved with the right deliverables, for example the curator would review designs or that the software behaves as expected, so it might require a bit of technical skills to evaluate properly. When milestones are completed and curators are happy with the results they can pay the team. ---
**Author:** ![florentina57](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forum.polkadot.network/florentina57/32/7854_2.png) [@florentina57](https://forum.polkadot.network/u/florentina57)\ **Post date:** [April 12, 2025, 5:30pm UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441/5 "2025-04-12T17:30:46Z")
Hi Daniel, thank you for proposing this idea. Recently, as a newcomer to the community, I wished something like this Kusama.app already existed! I am convinced it has so much potential and I would be honored to join as a curator 😃 ---
**Author:** ![BCpowerup](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forum.polkadot.network/bcpowerup/32/585_2.png) [@BCpowerup](https://forum.polkadot.network/u/BCpowerup)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2025, 7:57pm UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441/6 "2025-04-14T19:57:23Z")
Daniel is Jose, i would like to be curator for this bounty DUE to the fact that we are also building a DAO parachain and i know what We want and need. I want to move this forward with noticeable results. ---
**Author:** ![olanod](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex005/user_avatar/forum.polkadot.network/olanod/32/804_2.png) [@olanod](https://forum.polkadot.network/u/olanod)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2025, 7:35am UTC](https://forum.polkadot.network/t/kusama-rfp-3-kusama-app-gateway-for-newcomers-to-the-ecosystem/12441/7 "2025-04-18T07:35:24Z")
Thanks for the interest, I added you to the multisig. Happy to hear more about your use cases and work together 🙂