How can I contribute to or initiate a quest, bounty, or build on inLab?

One of inLab’s core strengths is its micro-production model (MPM) that encompasses quests, bounties, and builds. This model encourages collaborative efforts and is the driving force behind the platform’s problem-solving and innovative pursuits. If you’re looking to be a part of this dynamic system, here’s how you can contribute or initiate.

Quests:

Quests in inLab are essentially challenges or problems that need solutions. They are often posed by organizations, researchers, or even inLab community members.

1. Identifying a Quest:
   • Can originate from current global challenges, unsolved research questions, or a specific need within a sector.
   • Example: An NGO wants to find sustainable methods to provide clean water in remote areas.
2. Initiating a Quest:
   • Navigate to the ‘Quests’ section on inLab’s platform.
   • Click on ‘Initiate a Quest’ and fill out the details, providing as much clarity and context as possible.
   • The quest will be reviewed by inLab’s team for feasibility and clarity before publishing.
3. Contributing to a Quest:
   • Browse available quests, and if one aligns with your expertise, click on ‘Contribute’.
   • Provide your solution or approach. Collaborate with others if needed.

Bounties:

Bounties are rewards set for solutions or significant contributions to existing quests.

1. Setting a Bounty:
   • Identify a quest that you think deserves special attention or is of high priority.
   • Specify the reward amount and any specific criteria for winning the bounty.
   • Example: A tech company offers a significant bounty for anyone who can come up with a novel algorithm to optimize their data processing.
2. Claiming a Bounty:
   • If you’ve provided a solution that meets the criteria of a bounty, you can claim it upon successful review of your contribution.

Builds:

Builds are collaborative projects aimed at realizing the solutions proposed for quests. It’s where ideas turn into actionable results.

1. Proposing a Build:
   • Once a solution to a quest is identified and gains traction, propose a ‘Build’ to actualize it.
   • Detail the resources, timeline, collaborators, and expected outcomes.
   • Example: After identifying a new clean energy method, a team proposes a ‘Build’ to create a prototype.
2. Joining a Build:
   • Navigate to the ‘Builds’ section.
   • Browse ongoing builds and click ‘Join’ on those that align with your skills or interest.
   • Collaborate with the team, contribute your expertise, and drive the project towards its goals.

Ensuring Quality and Compliance:

• All quests, bounties, and builds are subject to review by inLab’s committees.
• It ensures that they align with the platform’s standards and objectives.

Whether you’re looking to challenge the community with a pressing issue, incentivize solutions with bounties, or turn ideas into tangible projects through builds, inLab provides a comprehensive and collaborative environment. By understanding and navigating these features, you can play a pivotal role in the platform’s mission of addressing global challenges and pioneering innovative solutions.