Akash Browser Extension | Simplify access to the decentralized cloud for all

[LucaStormChain]

Hello, my name is Lucas, a French student specializing in web application design and development. Passionate about Akash Network and its vision for decentralized and accessible cloud computing, I have identified a crucial need within your community. I would like to present a browser extension project (MVP) that I have designed, which I believe addresses this need.​

Context and Need for Akash

Akash Network positions itself as a decentralized alternative to traditional cloud solutions, offering advantages in cost, performance, and censorship resistance. However, widespread adoption of this infrastructure is hindered by a perceived entry barrier, notably due to a lack of user-friendly tools and "gateway" products to encourage exploration of Akash services.​

Presentation of My Extension (MVP)

I have developed a browser extension acting as a gateway to Akash Network, with the following features:​

• Akash Chat : Allows users to interact with an artificial intelligence hosted on Akash's decentralized cloud, without requiring particular technical skills.​

• Akash Summarize : Offers the ability to instantly summarize web page content and ask specific questions about these summaries.​

• Akash Page : Facilitates the extraction and analysis of web page content, leveraging Akash's infrastructure.​

With a simplified interface (in the form of an extension), users do not need advanced technical knowledge to start using Akash (Chat, Summarize, Q&A). This extension aims to democratize access to Akash's services by simplifying their use and highlighting the network's community values. Users quickly understand that there is a vibrant, collaborative ecosystem where everyone can contribute and share.​

MVP Proposal and Request for Support

A functional prototype of the extension is already available. With Akash's help and a grant, I could:​

• Strengthen the security and infrastructure of the extension.​

• Extend functionalities with other services (multilingual translation, addition of AI agents, automation, etc.).​

• Optimize the user interface for an even smoother experience.​

• Promote the extension within the Akash community, encouraging contributions and feedback.​

Community Values

My project aligns with Akash's values of openness and collaboration. If you wish, I can collaborate with your teams to ensure optimal execution and effective synergy. I firmly believe that exchange and mutual learning are essential to advancing our ecosystem; each idea is an opportunity to improve the product and serve the community.​

Conclusion

Before establishing a detailed development plan, I wish to gather community feedback to guide future improvements based on their needs and expectations. However, lacking sufficient AKT to submit a formal proposal, I seek your support, whether in the form of bounties, grants, or other assistance, to continue developing this project. With your support, we could transform this extension into an essential tool, facilitating access to decentralized cloud computing and strengthening our community. A flagship tool, both fun and efficient, that realizes Akash Network's vision for a freer, more collaborative, and more human cloud.

I remain at your disposal for any further information and would be honored to discuss collaboration opportunities to realize this shared vision.

[31trainman]

You could even offer to store the answers on permanent storage if a user wants to do as well as pay for the storage fee etc.

[rodri-r]

I like this idea, it would be nice if the storage could be done on some Akash providers with persistent storage, but it should give the options to let the user choose which storage option they want to use.

[rodri-r]

Hey, this extension sounds interesting and I do think there are people who would enjoy using it.

I believe this was discussed in a recent sig or wg group call.

Maybe you should add some budget and time frame for your idea.

In the call it was mentioned that it might not be necessary for an on chain proposal for this project to be accepted or that the AKT for submitting the proposal might be lent to you somehow.

I could help you to translate the extension to Spanish, testing if needed and other functions of your extension as well.