Hello Cloudmen! In case you haven’t met me here or on Discord, my name is n8tr0n (a.k.a. n8, Nate, or just bro).
My value proposition is simple: GROWTH AND ADOPTION
Preface
I have seen multiple posts concerning education and onboarding. So I am formally proposing to lead this initiative by developing and organizing a hub for all things Sanctum and LSTs.
The following will give some basic details, so please load up this thread with any and all ideas that are related to a central hub for onboarding new users, and educating all of us.
Other posts on a similar vain:
- https://research.sanctum.so/t/sanctum-educational-resources
- https://research.sanctum.so/t/onboard-newbies-to-lst-proposal
- https://research.sanctum.so/t/sanctum-educational-resources
Objective
I propose to develop Cloudie.so, a dedicated platform that will serve as an educational hub for Sanctum users, and potential users, focusing on simplifying the onboarding process and enhancing understanding of LSTs and the Solana ecosystem.
URL: https://cloudie.so
Password: C10udm3n2024!
Key Features
- Educational Resources: Comprehensive guides, tutorials, and articles to teach users about LSTs, staking, and DeFi on Solana.
- Interactive Onboarding: Step-by-step onboarding for new users, simplifying the process of setting up wallets, staking SOL, and using LSTs.
- Multimedia Learning: Video tutorials, infographics, and downloadable PDFs for diverse learning preferences.
Why Cloudie.so?
- Simplified User Experience: Making it easier for beginners to understand complex DeFi concepts and become active Sanctum users.
- Boosted Engagement: Encouraging more people to explore and invest in Sanctum by demystifying LSTs and their benefits.
Development Plan
Phase 1: Research & Content Planning
- Identify key educational topics around LSTs and Solana ecosystem.
- Develop a content strategy focusing on beginner and advanced user needs, including guides, FAQs, and tutorials.
Phase 2: Design & Build the Platform
- Create a clean, intuitive user interface focused on user experience and ease of navigation.
- Develop the site to be responsive, meaning it will look, feel, and function excellent on all devices.
Phase 3: Multimedia Integration
- Incorporate video tutorials, interactive modules, and infographics to make learning engaging.
- Optionally include a progress-tracking system for onboarding steps.
Phase 4: Launch & Initial User Feedback
- Soft launch the platform, gathering initial feedback on content clarity and functionality.
- Refine based on feedback to enhance onboarding pathways and educational materials.
Phase 5: Ongoing Content Updates, Marketing, and Outreach
- Regularly update educational content to reflect changes in the Sanctum ecosystem and Solana network.
- Expand resources to include more advanced DeFi concepts and staking strategies.
- Promote Cloudie.so across social channels, partner with Solana-focused communities and content creators, and collaborate with Sanctum to drive user engagement.
Conclusion
Cloudie.so will serve as a central resource and onramp, enhancing the user experience for both new and advanced users in the Sanctum ecosystem. By building a structured, accessible educational hub, we’ll empower more users to participate confidently in staking and DeFi activities.
Looking forward to all your thoughts and suggestions, so bring it!
UPDATE 09/22/24
Jupiter has put together 3 site that I believe Cloudie.so can learn from and emulate in some regards. Perhaps a combination of what is being done on these sites:
- https://station.jup.ag: “Welcome to the space station - home for catdets curious about Jupiter”
- https://welcome.jup.ag: “Start exploring the Solana ecosystem with our easy step-by-step guide”
- https://www.jup.eco: “Join our space cats to explore all of Jupiter and beyond.”
I have started developing a spreadsheet for ideas and features and will make that publicly accessible and editable once ready.
UPDATE 09/28/24
The conversation is continuing on the Discord server: Discord