Proof of Usefulness Report

Stuvia

Analysis completed on 1/30/2026

+318
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Stuvia is a verified, established educational marketplace (founded ~2010) with significant traction (>1M monthly users, millions in payouts). However, the specific project submission provided is of extremely low quality, utilizing hyperbolic claims ('everyone', 'most people') and lacking technical detail ('research'). The score reflects the high real-world utility and verified market position of the platform, heavily penalized in the Response Quality and Innovation categories due to the lack of submitted evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+106.3
Audience Reach Impact+85.0
Technical Innovation+15.0
Evidence Of Traction+90.0
Market Timing Relevance+37.5
Functional Completeness+1.3
Subtotal+335.1
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+318

Project Details

Project URL
stuvia.com
Description
Stuvia is an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of study materials. It allows students to upload and sell their study notes, summaries, and other educational resources to peers who are looking for additional study aids. The platform aims to create a collaborative learning environment where students can access a wide range of study materials to enhance their academic performance. Stuvia operates globally, providing a marketplace for students from various educational backgrounds to share and monetize their knowledge.

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