> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.qu.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quai Builders Program & Grants

> Get started building on Quai Network today!

The Quai Builders Program seeks innovative projects that harness the network's distinctive features, including its dual-token architecture, PoEM consensus mechanism, and vision for a decentralized energy-based currency.

<Note>
  **Quai Team Contact:** Email: [bd@quai.org](mailto:bd@quai.org)
</Note>

## Vision and Framework

We welcome proposals across a wide spectrum of project categories that leverage Quai Network's unique capabilities.

### 1. Quai Public Goods

Infrastructure protocols and development tools that enhance the foundation for all applications built on Quai Network. We're seeking projects that improve developer experience, user interactions, and overall ecosystem functionality.

### 2. Cross-Chain Infrastructure

Bridging services and pricing oracles that allow the Quai Network users to bring their liquidity from their other homes into ours and also allow trading to occur cross-chain.

### 3. DeFi Protocols

Advanced borrowing and lending protocols that strengthen Quai Network's financial infrastructure. We're looking for innovative DeFi applications that leverage Quai's unique features and expand the network's capabilities.

### 4. Novel Applications

Groundbreaking dApps that push the boundaries of what's possible on Quai Network. We welcome visionary builders with compelling ideas that demonstrate technical excellence and real-world utility.

## Evaluation Criteria

Projects submitted to the Quai Builders Program will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

<CardGroup>
  <Card title="User Adoption & Engagement" icon="users">
    Number of active wallets, transaction volume, user growth rate, community engagement metrics, and social media presence.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Technical Implementation" icon="code">
    Demonstrated working product, publicly available code, smart contract security measures, and technical innovation utilizing Quai's features.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Team Assessment" icon="people-group">
    Track record in crypto/blockchain development, previous successful project launches, and commitment to the project.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Market Presence" icon="chart-line">
    Partnership development, media coverage and industry recognition, marketing strategy and execution, and community building efforts.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Illustrative Project Ideas

Looking for inspiration? Here are some project ideas that could make a significant impact on the Quai ecosystem:

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  <Card title="Analytics and Insights" icon="chart-simple">
    A comprehensive analytics suite for Quai/Qi token metrics and network health.
  </Card>

  <Card title="DeFi Innovations" icon="coins">
    An innovative DeFi product leveraging Quai's unique mining reward system.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Payment Solutions" icon="credit-card">
    A seamless payment gateway integrating Qi with conventional financial systems or a turnkey solution for e-commerce platforms to accept Qi payments.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Cross-Chain Integration" icon="link">
    A robust cross-chain bridge connecting Quai to other major networks.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Economic Analysis" icon="magnifying-glass-chart">
    An in-depth economic analysis of Quai and Qi's roles in the broader crypto landscape or a sophisticated model for predicting Qi mining profitability.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Educational Content" icon="graduation-cap">
    Educational content highlighting Quai's advantages as an energy-based currency.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Grant Program Overview

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  <div className="text-center">
    <div className="text-3xl font-bold text-red-600 mb-2">10M \$QUAI</div>
    <div className="text-lg">Total Program Allocation</div>
  </div>
</div>

Projects can receive up to **1M \$QUAI** per grant based on:

* Quality of application submission
* Potential reach to new users
* Impact on ecosystem growth
* **Note** restrictions on the use of funds may apply, such as vesting periods or specific milestones

## How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application to the Quai Builders Program:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Launch Application">
    Launch your application on Quai mainnet.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Account">
    Create a Questbook account.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Access Dashboard">
    Go to the dashboard of the "Quai Grants".
  </Step>

  <Step title="Submit New Application">
    Click on the "Submit New" button on the top left of the page.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete Form">
    Fill the form with all the data requested.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Use Template">
    Use the [application template](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QILbW9Bp_jM8pDoKv_nkSN8cFJ2zMvIQ5MpGuKVwDXY/edit?usp=sharing) to fill in the "details" section.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Await Response">
    If your grant application is considered, team members will be in touch directly.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Card title="Ready to Apply?" icon="rocket" href="https://questbook.app/dashboard/?grantId=66b26b564a88e5bd2a0f936d&chainId=10&role=admin&proposalId=67d1acf446da2f90ccd285b9">
  Submit your application on Questbook
</Card>