Development Phases
MicDots Delivery-Based Roadmap
The MicDots platform development is structured into 10 sequential deliveries, each building upon the previous phase to create a complete voice-powered QR code platform.
Roadmap Overview
Timeline: 42 Weeks (10.5 Months)
| Phase | Timeline | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1: Foundation | Weeks 1-6 | Client submission & admin management |
| Phase 2: QR & Playback | Weeks 7-8 | QR generation & audio playback |
| Phase 3: Voice Management | Weeks 9-12 | Voice actor & sample library tools |
| Phase 4: Narrator Area | Weeks 13-15 | Narrator self-service portal |
| Phase 5: Accessibility | Weeks 16-17 | WCAG compliance & optimization |
| Phase 6: Self-Service | Weeks 18-21 | Client autonomy & editing tools |
| Phase 7: Credit System | Weeks 22-24 | Credit-based monetization system |
| Phase 8: AI Voice | Weeks 25-30 | Synthetic voice generation integration |
| Phase 9: Payment Integration | Weeks 31-36 | Stripe & PayPal payment processing |
| Phase 10: Blockchain | Weeks 37-42 | Verification & authentication |
Development Approach
Incremental Delivery
- Each phase delivers working features
- Progressive enhancement model
- User feedback incorporated between phases
Core Principles
- Manual First: Start with admin-controlled processes
- Automate Later: Add self-service gradually
- Quality Focus: Maintain high standards throughout
- Accessibility Always: Compliance from day one
Platform Evolution
Phase 1-2: Core Functionality
Manual request processing with QR output
Phase 3-4: Voice & Narrator Management
Voice actor tools and narrator self-service portal
Phase 5-6: Quality & Client Empowerment
Accessibility compliance and self-service editing tools
Phase 7-9: Monetization & Automation
Credit system, AI voice generation, and payment processing
Phase 10: Advanced Security
Blockchain verification and authentication
Success Metrics
Technical Milestones
- Working platform after each delivery
- Performance and uptime targets met
- Accessibility compliance achieved
Business Goals
- User acquisition and engagement
- Request processing efficiency
- Revenue generation (Phase 6+)