Our project, Zazelenimo, actively contributes to the growth of the open-source software (OSS) ecosystem by both utilizing and expanding upon existing open-source technologies while also offering our own application as an open-source resource for others.

Integration and Enhancement of OSS Tools:

	•	Utilizing Open-Source Technologies: We build our application exclusively using open-source software such as Cometh Connect, Allo Kit, Allo Protocol, and Gnosis Safe. By integrating these tools, we not only benefit from their capabilities but also contribute to their ecosystems by providing real-world use cases and feedback that can help improve these projects.
	•	Expanding Ecosystem Functionality: Through our implementation, we often develop additional features or integrations that extend the functionality of these tools. For example, our work on passkey-based wallet creation and KYC-free onramp solutions enhances the usability of Cometh Connect and Gnosis Safe in user-centric applications.

Contribution to the OSS Community:

	•	Open-Sourcing Our Application: Zazelenimo is entirely open-source, and our codebase is publicly available for anyone to access, modify, and build upon. This transparency fosters innovation and allows other developers to learn from our solutions, adapt them for their own needs, or contribute improvements back to our project.
	•	Encouraging Collaboration: By maintaining an open-source project, we invite collaboration from developers worldwide. This collaborative environment accelerates development, promotes knowledge sharing, and strengthens the overall quality of the software.

Enhancing the OSS Ecosystem:

	•	Demonstrating Practical Applications: Our platform serves as a real-world example of how open-source blockchain technologies can be applied to solve municipal challenges like participatory budgeting. This demonstration can inspire other projects and municipalities to adopt and contribute to OSS solutions.
	•	Improving Accessibility: By focusing on user-friendly implementations that eliminate barriers like mandatory KYC, we make advanced OSS technologies more accessible to non-technical users. This broadened accessibility can lead to wider adoption and support for OSS projects.
	•	Providing Feedback and Contributions: As active users of various OSS tools, we contribute by reporting bugs, suggesting features, and occasionally contributing code improvements. This engagement helps these projects to evolve and better serve the community.

Specific Examples:

	•	Cometh Connect Integration: Our use of Cometh Connect for providing users with Ethereum accounts showcases its utility in civic engagement platforms. Any enhancements or customizations we develop are shared openly, benefiting the wider community.
	•	Allo Protocol Adoption: By integrating the Allo Protocol for managing donations in quadratic funding campaigns, we highlight its capabilities in new contexts, potentially attracting more users and contributors to the project.
	•	Gnosis Safe Utilization: Implementing Gnosis Safe wallets for users enhances security and usability. Our experiences and developments here can inform best practices and improvements within the Gnosis Safe community.