I would like to start by thanking you for the comments and asking that my responses be interpreted in the least hostile way possible. My goal here is simply to clarify a few points and respond based on aspects I may not have fully understood from the arguments presented.
Regarding the adjustment in the proposal value: it was made both based on analyzing other projects and on the need to restructure our own scope. Unlike some of the examples mentioned, our project involves not only smart contracts but also a responsive frontend, which significantly increases both complexity and effort.
Initially, when we presented a broader proposal (including Algofun, Gainify, and AVM Email), there was an intention to make the overall package more cost-effective. However, we agreed with the feedback that the scope was too broad and not well defined. As a result, we decided to focus on the main product (AVM Email), better define the scope, and also add a testing layer covering all operations. With this change, the implicit ābundle discountā no longer applies, which directly impacts the final cost.Regarding the concerns about the increased ask, I believe many of the arguments presented have been somewhat superficial. We all know that pricing a software product is complex and subjective. So far, only uhudo has provided a more structured argument explaining their perspective. While I donāt fully agree with the comparison made, I do appreciate the effort to provide a clear rationale.
For example, a random number generator library supporting four languages was mentioned. However, this is more about variations/dialects within ecosystems like Python and TypeScript, rather than four entirely distinct languages. Additionally, comparing a library/feature with a complete product (SaaS + smart contracts + interface) does not seem equivalent.
Another important point is that the impact of a library supporting multiple languages is very different from that of a SaaS product. Adoption for a library may increase with additional language support, but this does not apply in the same way to a product. For example, it is unlikely that someone would stop using a SaaS simply because it was built with Vue instead of React.
I would like to reiterate the point: if you believe the requested amount is too high, please explain it with a clear basis (if possible), ideally using proposals that are more comparable to ours.