Question 1

What is Opentribe?

Accepted Answer

Opentribe is a centralized talent marketplace for the Polkadot ecosystem, serving as the 'Talent Layer' that connects organizations with skilled contributors. It consolidates official Polkadot Grant opportunities and enables ecosystem projects to post and manage multi-winner bounties.

Question 2

What authentication methods are supported?

Accepted Answer

Opentribe supports multiple authentication methods including wallet connections, Google OAuth, and GitHub OAuth through Better Auth integration, providing flexibility for different user preferences.

Question 3

Is Opentribe only for Polkadot ecosystem projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Opentribe is specifically designed as the 'Talent Layer' for the Polkadot ecosystem. It consolidates official Polkadot Grant opportunities and serves projects within the Polkadot ecosystem, connecting them with skilled contributors.

Question 4

How do I get help or support?

Accepted Answer

You can access the documentation at docs.opentribe.io, check the platform's help resources, or contact support through the platform. The project also has comprehensive testing and development resources for contributors.

Question 5

How do I get started as a Builder?

Accepted Answer

As a Builder, you can browse opportunities (grants, bounties, RFPs), build your profile to showcase skills and experience, apply for grants and submit work to bounties, and earn recognition through quality contributions.

Question 6

How do I apply for grants?

Accepted Answer

You can browse available grants on the platform, review the requirements and RFPs (Request for Proposals), submit your application with your proposal, and track the status of your application through the dashboard.

Question 7

What is the difference between grants and bounties?

Accepted Answer

Grants are official funding programs with structured RFPs and application processes, while bounties are specific tasks with defined deliverables and multi-winner reward structures. Grants typically have longer timelines and larger funding amounts.

Question 8

How do I track my submissions and applications?

Accepted Answer

All your submissions and applications are tracked transparently through your dashboard. You can see the status of each submission, track payments, and monitor your reputation and likes earned from quality contributions.

Question 9

Can I contribute to multiple bounties simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can work on multiple bounties at the same time. The platform allows you to manage multiple submissions and track progress across different opportunities simultaneously.

Question 10

How do I build my reputation on the platform?

Accepted Answer

You can build your reputation by submitting high-quality work to bounties, receiving likes and recognition from the community, maintaining a complete and professional profile, and consistently delivering excellent contributions that get selected as winners.

Question 11

How do I create an organization account?

Accepted Answer

Organizations can post bounties, manage submissions, review and select winners, track payments, build teams by finding talented contributors, and manage organization roles by inviting team members.

Question 12

What are multi-winner bounties?

Accepted Answer

Multi-winner bounties are tasks posted by organizations that allow multiple contributors to win rewards. They feature tiered reward structures, enabling organizations to recognize different levels of contribution quality and effort.

Question 13

How do organizations select winners for bounties?

Accepted Answer

Organizations can review all submissions, evaluate them based on quality and completeness, select multiple winners according to the bounty's tiered reward structure, and track payments to winners through the platform's management tools.

Question 14

How do I manage my team and organization roles?

Accepted Answer

You can invite team members to your organization, assign different roles and permissions, manage access levels, and coordinate team activities through the organization dashboard.

Question 15

What features are available for Grant Curators?

Accepted Answer

Grant Curators can publish RFPs (Request for Proposals), manage applications, review and process grant applications efficiently, and track community engagement through votes and comments.

Question 16

How do I find talented contributors for my projects?

Accepted Answer

You can browse builder profiles, review their skills and past contributions, post bounties to attract specific talent, and use the platform's matching features to connect with qualified contributors.

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