Proof of Usefulness Report

Durable

Analysis completed on 1/20/2026

+394
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The submission conflates two different companies: 'Durable.ai' (a VC-funded neuro-symbolic AI startup in Colorado) and 'Durable.co' (a popular AI website builder). While the description and URL match the Colorado startup, the 'Business Type' and 'Traction' claims ('most people have used my product') describe the website builder or are hyperbolic. The project (Durable.ai) has high technical merit and legitimate backing (VC funded), but the submission is penalized heavily for providing false traction data and miscategorization.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+187
Audience Reach Impact+20
Technical Innovation+127
Evidence Of Traction+18
Market Timing Relevance+85
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+441
Usefulness Multiplierx0.89
Final Score+394

Project Details

Project URL
Description
We’re on a mission to transform access to custom software using explainable AI capable of human-level reasoning and dialogue. We envision a future where custom, flexible, and durable software is democratized and accessible to everyone. We are a VC-funded startup founded by repeat founders, building a product in a new category.\n\nRealizing this vision requires AI that reasons over and continuously learns an unbounded and customized knowledge base. It requires AI that, when given a task, determines missing information, asks clarifying questions, and highlights assumptions. It requires AI that explains its reasoning and validates its answers.\n\nWe don’t see evidence that the current paradigm of ever-larger deep learning language models can realize this vision. So our approach combines the strengths of deep learning in dealing with noisy and ambiguous data with the strengths of symbolic AI in explainable reasoning and data-efficient learning. We believe that this neuro-symbolic flavor of AI will enable more useful and reliable applications in the long term.\n\nBuilding startups is rewarding but hard work, especially at the technological frontier. We play hard in the Colorado front-range, whether it be hiking, mountain biking, skiing, or trail-running. But we also know that building out the vision that excites us won't be easy and will need hard work and enthusiasm.\n\nIf, like us, you are skeptical of the AI status quo and are excited to develop its next chapter in a driven and product-focused team, reach out to us or check out our open positions.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Venture Capital, Software Development, Web 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