The problem GitGIft solves
GitGift is an innovative application designed to facilitate donations to GitHub users using Ethereum (ETH) on the Base testnet. It integrates several advanced blockchain technologies to create a user-friendly and secure donation platform.
Key Features of GitGift:
- Seamless Donations: Users can donate ETH to any GitHub user on the Base testnet with ease.
- Instant Notifications: The application creates a GitHub issue to notify the recipient of the donation via email.
- Gasless Claims: Recipients can claim donations without paying gas fees, thanks to ERC-4337 smart contract wallets.
- Identity Verification: Sismo Connect is used to verify GitHub account ownership, preventing fraudulent claims.
UX Optimization Strategies:
- Gasless Transactions: The use of ERC-4337 smart contract wallets on the Base testnet via Thirdweb eliminates the need for recipients to pay gas fees.
- Integrated Notifications: Utilizing GitHub's existing notification system streamlines the process of informing recipients about donations.
- Sismo Connect Integration: This ensures that donations are claimed only by verified GitHub users, enhancing trust in the platform.