diff --git a/src/pages/_meta.json b/src/pages/_meta.json index f9a7c4f..01509e2 100644 --- a/src/pages/_meta.json +++ b/src/pages/_meta.json @@ -65,6 +65,18 @@ "title": "Build on Ink", "display": "children" }, + "+++ Ink Builder Program": { + "title": "", + "type": "separator" + }, + "--- Ink Builder Program": { + "title": "Ink Builder Program", + "type": "separator" + }, + "ink-builder-program": { + "title": "Ink Builder Program", + "display": "children" + }, "+++ Tools": { "title": "", "type": "separator" diff --git a/src/pages/ink-builder-program/_meta.json b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/_meta.json new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9bca638 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/_meta.json @@ -0,0 +1,6 @@ +{ + "overview": "Overview", + "spark-program": "Spark Program", + "forge-program": "Forge Program", + "echo-program": "Echo Program" +} diff --git a/src/pages/ink-builder-program/echo-program.mdx b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/echo-program.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..89038d8 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/echo-program.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,68 @@ +# Echo Program Track   + +Whether you shipped infra, launched a dApp, ran community calls, or quietly supported Ink’s growth during its early days, Echo exists to recognize those contributions, wherever and however they happened. + +## What Is Echo? + +Echo is Ink’s retroactive builder track – a one-time initiative to recognize and reward the early contributors whose work helped shape the foundation of the Ink ecosystem. + +Before there was Spark or Forge, there were builders who believed – experimenting, testing, and building in the dark so Ink could shine later. Echo exists to make sure those efforts are remembered, rewarded, and reconnected to what comes next. + +## Why We Created Echo + +Ecosystems aren’t born overnight. They emerge from countless unseen contributions across lines of code, design mockups, ideas, feedback, and belief. + +Echo was created to: +- Recognize the builders, creators, and community members who gave Ink its first pulse.  +- Celebrate meaningful early contributions that came before structured programs existed.  +- Reconnect past contributors and invite them to shape Ink’s next era.  + +We’re here because of the work that came before. Echo ensures that past work continues to resonate. + +## Who is Echo For?  + +Echo is for the people and projects that helped bring Ink to life. + +We’re recognizing those who: +- Shipped products or tools on Ink before [date TBD].  +- Created real value for Ink’s community, users, or technical stack.  +- Embodied Ink’s open, product-first builder ethos.  + +Whether you were a core developer, indie founder, ecosystem partner, or community catalyst, if your work left an imprint on Ink’s early growth, you’re part of this story. + +## How It Works + +Echo is a one-time, limited-scope initiative designed for fairness, speed, and clarity. + +1. **Submit** + +Share a short summary of your past contribution including:  +- What you built or did.  +- When and how it happened.  +- Proof of work (links, commits, screenshots, metrics, dev wallet, etc.) + +2. **Review** + +Our review team, including Ink Foundation members and ecosystem advisors, will evaluate submissions based on impact, clarity, and authenticity. + +3. **Reward & Reconnect** + +Selected contributors receive a retroactive grant and a personal invitation to rejoin the builder network for upcoming initiatives. + +## What You Receive  + +Grant sizes will vary based on contribution type and impact, but every recognized builder receives: +- **Retroactive Grant (non-dilutive)**: A one-time token or stablecoin award.  +- **Recognition**: Public acknowledgment from Ink domains and channels.  +- **Reconnection**: Invitation to private builder syncs and early access to future programs.  + +## How to Apply +- **Submit your Echo Application**: Make sure to include your contribution details and any supporting evidence. +- **Wait for Review (1–2 weeks)**: We’ll batch-review submissions and contact you if clarification is needed. +- **Receive Grant & Invitation**: If approved, you’ll receive your retroactive grant and access to Ink’s next builder chapter. + +## Looking Ahead + +Ink is entering a new phase – built on the work, belief, and echoes of those who came before. + +Echo is our way of saying: **We remember. We recognize. We’re building forward together.** \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/src/pages/ink-builder-program/forge-program.mdx b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/forge-program.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..6138c70 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/forge-program.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,116 @@ +# Forge Program Track  + +The future isn’t written. It’s waiting to be inked. + +## What is Forge?  + +If Spark is where ideas begin, Forge is where builders scale. + +Forge is Ink’s flagship builder track designed for serious teams shipping real products that push the ecosystem forward. + +Whether you’re launching the next great dApp, building protocol infrastructure, or creating tools that make Ink easier to use, Forge backs you with meaningful funding, strategic guidance, and long-term support. + +This is where prototypes become products. + +## Why We Built Forge  + +Every builder hits that familiar turning point where the idea is real, the product works, and the path ahead is both exciting and uncertain. + +Forge exists for that moment.  + +It’s for founders ready to scale, teams turning experiments into ecosystems, and individuals transforming creative energy into structure. + +Forge is rooted in our conviction that: +- Great products deserve committed backing and care.  +- Builders thrive when they’re connected, guided, and empowered. +- Ink evolves when its best ideas are built to endure.  + +You bring the vision. We’ll help you forge it into reality. + +## Who is Forge For?  + +Forge is for teams serious about scaling, refining, and delivering value to the Ink ecosystem. + +#### Ideal Applicants +- Production-stage offerings or operational MVPs.  +- Defined roadmap with deliverables achievable in 30–60 days. +- Strong and proven expertise in engineering or product delivery.  +- Building for users, creators, or infrastructure within Ink. +- Steadfast commitment to long-term growth and iteration.  + +#### Common Verticals +- Developer tools and infrastructure.  +- DeFi and liquidity protocols. +- Consumer and social apps. +- Governance, coordination, or networking services. +- Public goods and open-source infrastructure. + +## How It Works + +**1. Preliminary Evaluation** + +We assess: +- **Ecosystem Alignment**: Does it unlock new use cases for Ink? +- **Clarity of Vision**: Is the roadmap coherent and compelling? +- **Technical Readiness**: Can it ship meaningful updates in 30–60 days? +- **Team Strength**: Can the team execute independently? + +**2. Final Plan & Grant Confirmation** + +Promising teams are invited to a follow-up for: +- Grant size and milestone confirmation.  +- Roadmap validation.  +- Technical or strategic support planning.  + +This may include async review or Q&A with Ink core contributors and advisors. + +**3. Minimum Requirements** +- Live MVP or demo-ready build (on or ready for Ink mainnet). +- Team capable of autonomous execution +- Clear milestones and realistic timelines +- Willingness to collaborate with Ink ecosystem teams + +This may include async review or Q&A with Ink core contributors and advisors. + +## What You Can Build + +We’re open to anything that brings utility, usability, or culture to Ink – from core protocols to creative experiments. + +Examples: +- DeFi protocols & liquidity infrastructure. +- Wallets, onboarding UX, or account abstraction. +- SDKs, APIs, and developer tools.  +- Consumer & social primitives.  +- Onchain games & creative apps. +- Governance tools & public goods. + +If it strengthens Ink, we want to support you. + +## What You Receive + +Forge offers you more than funding. It provides structure, connections, and a launchpad for scaling.  + +Support Includes: +- Milestone-based grants up to 200,000 USDC. +- Advisory support from Ink contributors and ecosystem mentors. +- Technical integration with Ink infrastructure and tooling. +- Exposure through Ink’s official channels and partner networks. +- Warm intros to investors, partners, and ecosystem collaborators. +- Potential follow-on investment via Kraken Ventures. + +## What We Prioritize  + +We evaluate projects based on: +- **Clarity**: What you’re building and why it matters. +- **Credibility**: Can your team deliver? +- **Ecosystem Fit**: Does it expand Ink’s value? +- **Scalability**: Can it grow into a core Ink-native experience? +- **Roadmap**: Is there a clear, achievable plan? + +## How to Join Forge +- **Submit your project →** Detail your prototype, squad, and strategy. +- **Connect with evaluators →** Shortlisted teams refine checkpoints and resources. +- **Lock it in →** Approved teams receive grant and support access. +- **Build and scale →** Ship fast, grow smart, and become a pillar of the Ink ecosystem. + +Ready to build and scale something real? Apply to Forge. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/src/pages/ink-builder-program/overview.mdx b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/overview.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a9cd345 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/overview.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,10 @@ +# Ink Builder Program + +The Ink Builder Program comprises three tracks to support ecosystem development through targeted funding, guidance, and recognition. + +- **Spark**: Entry-level track for individual builders and prototypes. Targets onchain experiments (e.g., tools, games). Provides 500 – 5,000 USDC microgrants, rapid reviews, and promotion; no pitches required. +- **Forge**: Advanced track for teams with MVPs. Focuses on dApps, DeFi, and infrastructure. Offers up to 200,000 USDC in milestone grants, advisory, integrations, and investor connections. +- **Echo**: One-time retroactive track for pre-launch contributors (before [date TBD]). Rewards code, tools, or community efforts with grants, acknowledgment, and program access. + +The builder tracks enable progression from ideation to scale while honoring Ink’s origins. +Applications are open to all eligible builders. diff --git a/src/pages/ink-builder-program/spark-program.mdx b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/spark-program.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a251ffd --- /dev/null +++ b/src/pages/ink-builder-program/spark-program.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,82 @@ +import { Callout } from "nextra/components"; + +# Spark Program Track  + +*Every big idea starts with a spark.* + +## What is Spark?  + +Spark is Ink’s lightweight builder track for experimentation, side projects, and indie hackers testing ideas onchain. + +Whether you’re shipping a tool, exploring a UX concept, or building memes with code, Spark gives you just enough support to get started. No pitch decks. No bureaucracy. Just your idea and a place in the Ink ecosystem. + +This is where new ideas get their first “**yes**.” + +## Why We Built Spark + +Thriving ecosystems transcend grants funding. They flourish through the ingenuity of the curious, chaotic, and creative.   + +The ones who tinker first and think later. The ones who just want to see what happens. + +Spark exists to: +- Reduce entry hurdles for emerging creators.  +- Capture those initial bursts of innovation.  +- Foster an Ink environment that’s welcoming and inclusive.  + +You don’t need a 50-page roadmap to matter—just a working idea and the will to ship. + +Big things often have small beginnings, and even the most modest of experiments can grow into the next core primitive. Spark fuels that transformation.  + +## Who is Spark for?  + +- Indie hackers, first-time builders, and creative experimenters.  +- Projects with small tools, minimum viable products (MVPs), or early-stage prototypes.   +- Builders without a token or team – just code and curiosity.  + +## What Can You Build? + +- Developer tools and smart contract experiments. +- Onchain games, bots, or meme apps.  +- Creator or community tools artists or group engagement.  +- Prototypes of public resources.  +- Anything that makes Ink more fun, usable, or composable.  + +## How It Works + +### Submission Process + +Fill out a lightweight form. No pitch deck required. + +Include: +- Project name with a concise description.  +- Prototype access (e.g., GitHub repo, Notion doc, hosted demo, etc).  +- What type of support you’re looking for (funding, exposure, feedback). + + +Rolling evaluations and reviews on an ongoing basis, with responses typically arriving in ~1 week. + + +## What You Receive + +#### Microgrants + +- 500 – 5,000 USDC per project.  +- Flat grants (no milestone tracking). +- Paid upon approval or after demo submission.  + +#### Ecosystem Spotlight + +Standout Spark projects will be showcased across: + +- Ink’s X account, newsletter updates, and Ink website.  +- Community dashboards or highlights.  +- Pathway to advance into the next track, Inkubator Core, if your project gains traction and momentum builds.  + +## How to Join Spark  + +- Submit your idea → Spark Application Form +- Undergo assessment → Our reviewers convene weekly for prompt feedback.  +- Build fast → Approval unlocks your microgrant → no strings attached, just ship. +- Join the builder community → Get support in Ink Discord and connect with other builders + +Start small. Ship fast. Every great project begins with a Spark. \ No newline at end of file