Proof of Usefulness Report

Amanda Giles

Analysis completed on 2/7/2026

+19
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes an independent WordPress consultancy rather than a scalable technology product. While the consultant appears to be a legitimate professional in Seacoast NH, the submission contains significant contradictions (e.g., 'Independent' vs. 'Team Size: 6') and hyperbolic claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone'). The use of 'marketcap' to describe revenue further indicates low response quality. The project demonstrates local utility but lacks the scale, innovation, or verifiable traction required for a high Proof of Usefulness score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+35.00
Audience Reach Impact+2.50
Technical Innovation+20.00
Evidence Of Traction+7.50
Market Timing Relevance+40.00
Functional Completeness+5.00
Subtotal+18.38
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+19

Project Details

Project URL
Description
I'm an independent IT Consultant specializing in WordPress development who lives in Seacoast NH. My main focus is WordPress web development and I am a bit of a WordPress evangelist. I run the Seacoast NH WordPress meetup and often speak at WordCamps and meetups on WordPress development topics. I love WordPress because it allows me to create complex web sites which can be easily managed and maintained by non-technical users. In addition to WordPress development (themes and plugins), my specialties include Crystal Reports, reporting, databases and data analysis.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline