Proof of Usefulness Report

Ilex Embedded Systems

Analysis completed on 2/27/2026

+21
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission describes a small embedded systems consultancy rather than a scalable technology product. The claims regarding audience reach ('everyone') and traction ('most people have used my product') are hyperbolic and unsupported by the provided data. The financial metric ('marketcap: 500000') is ambiguous, likely referring to cumulative revenue or share capital, which is low for a reported team of 6 since 2019. The project lacks sufficient detail to verify technical innovation or specific market utility beyond generic engineering services.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+6.25
Audience Reach Impact+2.00
Technical Innovation+6.00
Evidence Of Traction+2.50
Market Timing Relevance+5.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+22
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+21

Project Details

Description
- Embedded Software Development (C/C++) - Tools (Python/PERL/C#) - Firmware/RTOS - Statemachines - Electronics

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