Proof of Usefulness Report
Gary Cochran
Analysis completed on 3/12/2026
-10
Proof of Usefulness Score
Lab Mode
The submission is a copied job posting for an Intel FPGA role rather than an actual project or product. The responses contain fabricated details, such as the claim 'most people have used my product' and an unverifiable 'marketcap' of 500,000. These significant red flags and complete lack of verifiable traction yield a negative final score.
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Score Breakdown
Real World Utility-1.25
Audience Reach Impact-2.00
Technical Innovation+0.00
Evidence Of Traction-6.25
Market Timing Relevance+0.00
Functional Completeness-1.25
Subtotal-10.75
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score-10
Project Details
Project URL
Description
I’m #hiring an FPGA FAE who will help drive Intel PSG FPGA opportunities in the San Jose / Bay Area. Great opportunity to work with customers on leading edge technologies like AI/ML and Edge Computing in high growth markets like Electric Vehicles, Data Center, Robotics and Medical. Know anyone who might be interested?
Algorithm Insights
Market Position
Early stage requiring focused development
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