Proof of Usefulness Report

Grafbase

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+301
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Grafbase is a verified, VC-backed ($7.3M Funding) developer platform specializing in GraphQL federation and edge caching, demonstrating high real-world utility and technical innovation. However, the specific submission provided was of exceptionally poor quality, using pseudonyms ('ShadowWing'), making false claims about audience reach ('everyone', 'most people'), and providing no metrics. The score is significantly buoyed by external verification of the company's actual market standing and technology, preventing a failing grade, but remains capped due to the unprofessional submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+96.0
Audience Reach Impact+25.6
Technical Innovation+61.2
Evidence Of Traction+70.0
Market Timing Relevance+36.0
Functional Completeness+1.0
Subtotal+289.8
Usefulness Multiplierx1.04
Final Score+301

Project Details

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Description
Grafbaseis in the Application Development Tools Industry

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