Concepts: CorUs Full Tech-Spec

User Profiles:

• Registration & Login: Users can sign up using a verifiable email. Two-factor authentication for enhanced security.

• Profile Customization: Users can set a profile picture, bio, and other personal details. Option for anonymity, but with reduced contribution impact.

• User Types: Regular users and super users (organizers). Super users have capabilities to initiate and manage groups but don't hold authoritative power

  Group Formation:

• Browse & Join: Users can browse a list of available groups and join any of their choosing.

• Create a Group: Users can create new groups based on interests, causes, etc. Group creation might require approval or certain criteria.

• Group Management: Super users can manage group members, content, and discussions.

Interaction & Engagement:

• Inter-Group Debates: Groups can challenge each other in timed debates or discussions.

• Collaborations: Groups with similar interests can collaborate on joint messages or campaigns.

• Social Media Integration: Share collective voices on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, etc.

Moderation & Content Control:

• AI Moderation: AI screens content for harmful or extremist views.

• User Reporting: Users can report content or users that violate community guidelines.

• Human Oversight: A team or super users review flagged content.

Voicing Opinions:

• Microblogging: Users can voice their opinions in a format limited to, say, 360 characters.

• Polls: Users can create or participate in polls within groups.

• AI Integration: User opinions are collected and processed by AI to form a collective voice.

  Collective Voice Output:

• AI-Generated Messages: AI processes individual inputs and produces a unified message.

• Contribution Count: Each message displays the number of contributors.

• Feedback Loop: Users can agree or disagree with the AI's output, refining the AI over time.

Data & Analytics:

• User Behaviour Tracking: Monitor user activity, popular groups, trending topics, etc.

• AI Insights: AI provides insights on user sentiment, emerging trends, and potential areas of conflict or collaboration.

Non-Functional Requirements:

• Performance:

• Load Times: App screens should load within 2 seconds.

• Real-Time Updates: Changes in group discussions or AI outputs should reflect in real-time for all group members.

Reliability:

• Uptime: Aim for 99.9% uptime.

• Error Handling: The app should handle errors gracefully, providing users with clear messages and potential solutions.

Security:

• Data Encryption: All user data, especially personal details and discussions, should be encrypted.

• Regular Backups: Regular backups of data to prevent loss.

• Penetration Testing: Regularly test the app for vulnerabilities.

Scalability:

• Infrastructure: The backend should be scalable to handle a growing number of users.

• AI Scalability: The AI system should be capable of processing an increasing volume of user inputs efficiently.

Usability:

• User-Friendly Interface: The app should be intuitive and easy to navigate.

• Accessibility: Ensure the app is accessible to users with disabilities.

Objective: Integrating the Greek Chorus Concept:

Classical Motifs: Use the Greek key or other classical motifs in loading animations etc.

By blending the classical aesthetics of the Athenian Agora with modern design principles, CorUs can offer a unique and memorable user experience. The challenge will be to ensure that the classical elements enhance, rather than hinder, the user's interaction with the app.

The Greek Chorus as an allusion to incorporate, especially given the app's core functionality of providing a collective voice. The Greek Chorus in ancient drama commented on the main action, provided background information, and expressed the public's reaction to the unfolding events. This aligns perfectly with CorUs's mission to amalgamate individual voices into a unified message.

Branding & Logo:

• The logo should incorporate elements of a traditional Greek amphitheater or masks representing tragedy and comedy, symbolising the range of opinions and emotions in public discourse.

• The name "CorUs" can be stylized in a way that emphasizes both "Chorus" and "Us", highlighting the collective and individual aspects.

The app's user interface and experience must be intuitive, user-friendly, and aligns with the functional requirements.

UI Design:

Objective: Design the visual elements of the app, including colors, fonts, buttons, and icons.

Action Steps:

• Choose a color scheme that aligns with the app's branding and purpose.

• Select fonts that are readable and aesthetically pleasing.

• Design UI elements like buttons, icons, and cards, ensuring consistency across the app.

• Create high-fidelity mockups of each screen.

Prototyping:

Objective: Create a clickable prototype to simulate the app's functionality.

Action Steps:

• Use tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or InVision to create a prototype based on the high-fidelity mockups.

• Link the screens to simulate navigation and interactions.

• Test the prototype internally to ensure the flow feels natural.

• This prototype will be invaluable when moving to the development phase, as developers will have a clear guide to follow.

• creating a full-fledged prototype would typically involve a design tool and potentially a designer's expertise.

Text representation of prototype wireframe:

These provide a basic structure for the app's main screens. In a real-world scenario, these would be sketched out visually, either on paper or using a digital tool, before moving on to high-fidelity designs.

UX Design:

Objective: Ensure the user experience is intuitive and engaging.

Action Steps:

• Map out user journeys for common tasks (e.g., joining a group, voicing an opinion, viewing AI outputs).

• Design interactive elements like dropdowns, sliders, and pop-ups.

• Consider feedback mechanisms, like tooltips or help sections, to guide users.

  Feedback Gathering:

Objective: Collect feedback on the design and prototype to identify areas of improvement.

Action Steps:

• Share the prototype with a select group of potential users or stakeholders.

• Gather feedback on the design, flow, and overall experience.

• Iterate on the design based on the feedback received.

1. Login/Registration Screen:

• Top: App logo (CorUs) centred at the top.

  Middle

• Two input fields: one for email and one for password.

• Below the input fields, a "Forgot Password?" link for account recovery.

• A toggle or checkbox for "Stay Logged In".

  Bottom

• A "Login" button.

• Below the "Login" button, a "Register" link for new users to sign up.

2. User Profile Screen:

• Top: A back arrow or "Home" button to return to the main screen.

• User's profile picture (with an option to change it).

  Middle

• User's name and bio (editable).

• Option to toggle anonymity.

• List of groups the user is a part of.

  Bottom

• Buttons or links for "Settings", "Help", and "Logout".

3. Group Page:

• Top: Group name and a brief description.

• A button or link to join/leave the group.

  Middle:

• A feed of collective voices/messages from the group, each showing the number of contributors.

• Option to voice an opinion or participate in a poll.

  Bottom:

• Navigation buttons or tabs for "Home", "My Groups", "Search", and "Profile".

5. AI Output Page:

• Top:Topic or subject for which the collective voice was generated.

• A back arrow to return to the Group Page.

  Middle:

• The AI-generated collective message, prominently displayed.

• Below the message, the number of contributors and a visual representation (e.g., a bar or pie chart) of agreement levels.

  Bottom:

• Buttons or links for "Agree", "Disagree", and "Feedback".

4. Discussion Page (within a Group):

• Top:Topic or subject of the discussion.

• A back arrow to return to the Group Page.

  Middle:

• A feed of individual opinions/messages from group members.

• Option to "like" or "agree" with individual messages.

  Bottom:

• An input field to voice an opinion or comment, with a "Submit" button.

Color Scheme:

• Primary Colour (Aegean Blue): A deep blue reminiscent of the Aegean Sea. This can be used for headers, footers, and primary buttons.

• Secondary Colour (Marble White): A clean white, reflecting the marble structures of ancient Athens. This can be the primary background colour for a clean and minimalist look.

  Accent Colours:

• Olive Green: Representing the olive trees that were common in ancient Greece.

• Golden Yellow: Evoking the idea of golden age Athens and the sun-kissed structures.

Typography:

• Primary Font: A clean, modern font that's easy to read, like "Roboto" or "Lato". This ensures readability while maintaining a contemporary feel.

• Secondary Font: For headings or special sections, consider a font that has classical undertones, perhaps something with serifs or a calligraphic touch.

UX Elements:

• While the visual design can draw heavily from the Agora concept, the user experience should remain modern and intuitive. However, certain classical elements can be integrated:

• Navigation:

• Columnar Dividers: Use column-inspired dividers for different sections or tabs.

• Scrolling Parchment: For longer texts or user agreements, a parchment-like background can be used.

User Flow:

• Interactive Agora: For group discussions or debates, the interface can resemble an open Agora, with each voice or opinion represented as a person or symbol.

Onboarding & Tutorials:

• When a user first joins the app, the onboarding process can be framed as a "performance" or "play", guiding them through the app's features in acts or scenes.

• Tooltips and guides can be presented as "narratives" or "commentaries" from the Chorus.

Buttons & CTAs:

• Marble Texture: Buttons can have a subtle marble texture in the background, giving them depth and a touch of classical elegance.

• Golden Accents: Use the golden yellow as an accent for important CTAs, making them stand out.

  Feedback & Interactivity:

• Animations: Consider subtle animations that might mimic the way shadows play on marble or the gentle ripple of the Aegean Sea.

• Tooltips: These can be designed like small scrolls or parchment, tying back to the ancient theme.

  Icons & Graphics:

• Classical Motifs: Use motifs like the Greek key or meander, amphoras, and columns. These can be subtly integrated into borders, dividers, or as icon backgrounds.

• Ostrakon-inspired Graphics: The ostrakon (pottery shards used for voting) can be a design element, especially for features related to voicing opinions or voting within the app.

UI Elements:

• Backgrounds & Themes: Use backgrounds that evoke the feel of an ancient amphitheater or stage.

• Animations: When the collective voice (AI output) is presented, it can be unveiled in a manner reminiscent of a Greek Chorus's entrance, perhaps with accompanying sound effects or visual cues.

Feedback & Engagement:

• Users can be prompted for feedback in the style of a Chorus seeking the audience's reaction after a performance.

• Special events or discussions can be termed "performances" or "plays", emphasizing the collective narrative.

Narrative Voice:

• Any automated messages or notifications from the app can be written in the style of a Greek Chorus, providing commentary, insights, or updates.

Community Guidelines & Etiquette:

• Frame community guidelines as "scripts" or "performance etiquettes", emphasising the importance of harmony, respect, and collaboration in the collective narrative.

• Algorithm Development: Building the AI model that will amalgamate user inputs into a collective voice.

• Training: The AI model will need data to train on. This could be sourced from existing datasets or initial user interactions.

• Continuous Learning: The AI should adapt and refine its outputs based on user feedback and new data.

  Frontend Development:

• Designing and building the user interface based on our UI/UX discussions.

• Implementing features like the interactive Agora, philosopher interactions, and more.

  Security:

• Data Encryption: Ensuring user data is encrypted and stored securely.

• Authentication: Implementing secure login methods, possibly with two-factor authentication.

• Moderation Tools: Building tools to detect and manage harmful or inappropriate content.

Testing:

• Alpha Testing: Initial testing with a small group to identify bugs and issues.

• Beta Testing: A broader test with a larger group to gather feedback and further refine the app.

• Feedback Loop: Implementing a system for testers to report issues and provide feedback.

  Launch & Post-Launch:

• Soft Launch: Releasing the app to a limited audience to gauge reactions and ensure server stability.

• Full Launch: A full release, possibly with a marketing campaign to attract users.

• Continuous Updates: Regularly updating the app based on user feedback, adding new features, and refining existing ones.

Product Manager (PM):

• Role: Oversees the entire development process, ensures alignment with the product vision, and manages the team.

• Skills: Strong leadership, understanding of both technical and business aspects, and excellent communication.

UI/UX Designers:

• Role: Design the user interface and user experience based on our discussions.

• Skills: Proficiency in design tools, understanding of user behavior, and creativity.

Backend Developers:

• Role: Build the server, database, and API functionalities.

• Skills: Expertise in server-side languages (e.g., Python, Java) and database management.

Frontend Developers:

• Role: Develop the user-facing part of the app.

• Skills: Proficiency in frontend languages and frameworks (e.g., JavaScript, React, Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android).

AI Specialists:

• Role: Develop and refine the AI algorithms for amalgamating user inputs.

• Skills: Deep learning, natural language processing, and experience with AI frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.

QA Engineers:

• Role: Test the app for bugs, glitches, and ensure it meets quality standards.

• Skills: Attention to detail, understanding of the development process, and expertise in testing tools.

Community Managers:

• Role: Engage with the user community, gather feedback, and manage any community events or promotions.

• Skills: Excellent communication, understanding of social media, and conflict resolution.

Marketing & PR:

• Role: Promote the app, handle public relations, and drive user acquisition.

• Skills: Digital marketing, content creation, and media relations.

• Development Costs:

• Salaries for the team members.

• Software licenses and tools.

• Server and hosting costs.

• Design Costs:

• Design tools and software.

• Potential costs for any outsourced design elements or assets.

• AI Training Costs:

• Data acquisition (if needed).

• Computational resources for training the AI models.

• Marketing & PR:

• Advertising campaigns.

• PR events or launches.

• Content creation and promotional materials.

• Community Engagement:

• Costs for hosting events, challenges, or promotions.

• Tools for community management and feedback collection.

• Miscellaneous:

• Legal fees (for patents, trademarks, or any potential issues).

• Licenses or partnerships.

• Contingency fund for unexpected expenses.

Backend & Frontend Developers:

• Junior: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum

• Mid-level: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum

• Senior: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum

AI Specialists:

• Junior: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum

• Mid-level: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum

• Senior: £80,000 - £100,000 per annum

QA Engineers:

• Junior: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum

• Mid-level: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum

• Senior: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum

Design UI/UX Designers:

• Junior: £25,000 - £35,000 per annum

• Mid-level: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum

• Senior: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum

Community Managers:

• Junior: £20,000 - £30,000 per annum

• Mid-level: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum

• Senior: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum

Miscellaneous Costs:

• Marketing & PR: Budget: £50,000 - £200,000

• Software Licenses & Tools: £10,000 - £50,000

• Server & Hosting: £5,000 - £20,000 annually

• Legal & Licensing: £10,000 - £50,000

• AI Training & Data Costs: £10,000 - £50,000

Development Costs:

• Backend & Frontend Developers (for a duration of 6-8 months): Junior: £15,000 - £30,000 Mid-level: £22,500 - £40,000 Senior: £30,000 - £53,000

1. AI Specialists (for a duration of 6-8 months):Junior: £20,000 - £40,000 Mid-level: £30,000 - £53,000 Senior: £40,000 - £67,000

• QA Engineers (for a duration of 2-3 months):Junior: £4,000 - £7,000 Mid-level: £6,000 - £10,000 Senior: £8,000 - £15,000

Design Costs:

• UI/UX Designers (for a duration of 2-3 months):Junior: £4,000 - £7,000 Mid-level: £6,000 - £10,000 Senior: £8,000 - £15,000

Miscellaneous Costs:

• Software Licenses & Tools: £5,000 - £25,000

• Server & Hosting (for the development phase): £2,000 - £10,000

• Legal & Licensing (to protect the idea and intellectual property): £5,000 - £25,000

• AI Training & Data Costs: £5,000 - £25,000

Crowdfunding: Platforms like Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and GoFundMe allow you to present your idea to the public. If people believe in vision, they can pledge to help fund it.

• Pros: Validates your idea with a real audience; can generate publicity.

• Cons: Requires a compelling campaign (videos, promotions); not all campaigns reach funding goals.

Angel Investors: provide capital for startups in exchange for ownership equity or convertible debt

• Pros: Often bring industry connections and expertise.

• Cons: Might seek significant equity; can influence company direction.

Venture Capitalists (VCs): VC firms manage pooled funds from many investors to invest in startups & small businesses. Usually come in when you’ve a proven business model & are looking to scale, but some VCs invest in early-stage startups.

• Pros: Large sums of money; industry expertise and connections.

• Cons: Often require equity and board seats; can influence company decisions.

Grants and Competitions: There are numerous tech and startup competitions globally where you can pitch your idea. Winning can provide both funding and publicity.

• Pros: Non-dilutive funding (you don't give up equity).

• Cons: Highly competitive; often requires a lot of preparation.

Accelerators and Incubators: Programs like Y Combinator, Techstars, and 500 Startups offer funding, mentorship, and resources in exchange for equity.

• Pros: Access to industry experts, mentors, and potential investors.

• Cons: Often require relocating for the duration of the program; equity stake.

Bank Loans or Lines of Credit: Traditional financing through banks or credit unions.

• Pros: Retain full control of your company.

• Cons: Debt must be repaid with interest; may require collateral.

Strategic Partnerships: Form partnerships with established companies that might benefit from CorUs. They might fund its development in exchange for exclusive rights or other benefits.

• Pros: Access to resources and distribution channels.

• Cons: Might limit future opportunities or partnerships.

Self-funding or Bootstrapping: Use your own savings to fund the project, at least in its initial stages.

• Pros: Complete control over the project.

• Cons: Personal financial risk.