Proof of Usefulness Report

Crowd.dev

Analysis completed on 1/19/2026

+323
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Crowd.dev is a verifiable success, having been acquired by the Linux Foundation in 2024 (now part of LFX). However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing false claims ('most people have used my product', 'everyone') and lazy inputs. The score reflects the high real-world utility, innovation, and verified traction of the actual platform, but is significantly penalized in Response Quality and Audience Reach due to the inaccurate submission data. The project fits the 'Comparable scale' calibration (acquired, >$2M verified funding).

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+90
Audience Reach Impact+32
Technical Innovation+51
Evidence Of Traction+95
Market Timing Relevance+34
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+304
Usefulness Multiplierx1.06
Final Score+322

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Crowd.devis in the Business Intelligence Industry
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Business Intelligence, Social Media, Business Development
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
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