# Master Plan: "On This Day" Digital Collectibles Project This document outlines the high-level master plan to bring the "On This Day" digital collectibles project to fruition. It is divided into three main phases, each with key objectives. ## Phase 1: Proof of Concept & Manual Creation The goal of this phase is to validate the core concept with minimal technical overhead, understand the manual workflow, and gather initial feedback. 1. **Define Card Content & Data Sources:** * Specify exact stats, headlines, or information for the daily card. * Identify reliable daily data sources (APIs, websites). * Determine visual elements (e.g., color schemes, image style). 2. **Choose Design Tool & Create Initial Template:** * Select a free design tool (e.g., Scribus, HTML/CSS with image generation library, Google Slides). * Develop a basic card template with placeholders for dynamic content. 3. **Manually Create First Batch of Cards:** * For a small number of consecutive days (e.g., 3-5 days), manually gather data. * Manually populate the template and export cards as images (JPG/PNG). * If using AI for images, manually generate and place them. 4. **Decide Initial Product Type (Digital Collectible vs. NFT):** * Evaluate simplicity vs. features. Start with simple digital files to test the market. * If NFT, research basic minting platforms and low-cost blockchains. 5. **Set Up Basic Sales Channel:** * For digital files: Gumroad, Etsy, or a simple payment link. * For NFTs: A chosen marketplace (e.g., OpenSea on Polygon). 6. **Test Sales & Gather Feedback:** * Offer the first manually created cards (possibly free or discounted). * Collect feedback on design, content, and concept. ## Phase 2: Automation The goal of this phase is to automate the repetitive tasks identified in Phase 1 to enable daily production with minimal manual intervention. 1. **Automate Data Fetching:** * Develop scripts (e.g., Python) to automatically pull data from chosen sources. * Structure and store fetched data (e.g., in JSON format). 2. **Automate Image Generation (If Applicable):** * If using AI for visuals, integrate with AI art generator APIs. * Script the process of generating images based on daily data/themes. 3. **Automate Card Design Population & Export:** * Develop scripts to take fetched data and AI images (if any) and populate the chosen design template. * Automate the export of the final card design to an image format. 4. **(Optional) Automate NFT Minting (If Pursuing NFTs):** * Explore batch minting tools or APIs provided by NFT platforms.* Script the minting process for the daily set of unique cards. (This can be complex). ## Phase 3: Scaling & Operations With a semi-automated or fully-automated product, this phase focuses on growth, marketing, and sustainable operations. 1. **Develop a More Robust Sales & Distribution Platform:** * Consider a dedicated website or more advanced e-commerce solution. * Implement any desired auction mechanics if not already in place. 2. **Marketing & Community Building:** * Establish a social media presence (e.g., Twitter, Discord). * Engage with potential collectors and build a community around the project. * Implement marketing strategies (e.g., promotions, collaborations). 3. **Monitoring, Analytics & Iteration:** * Track sales, operational costs (API fees, gas fees, etc.). * Continuously gather user feedback. * Iterate on card design, content, features, and marketing based on data and feedback. 4. **Explore Future Enhancements:** * Consider physical card print runs for popular days. * Introduce new features, special editions, or different rarity tiers. * Expand data points or themes covered by the cards.