The Nextcloud Podcast Nextcloud podcast 15: Interview about Collectives app and Prototype Fund
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Feb 9, 2022 
Marie Gutbub, Manager at Prototype Fund, shares valuable insights on securing funding for innovative open-source projects. She explains the core mission of the Prototype Fund and offers guidance on the application process. Max and Jonas dive into the development of the Collectives app, highlighting its evolution into a real-time collaborative tool. The guests discuss the importance of maintaining independence during prototyping and the benefits of community support, leaving listeners invigorated to explore funding opportunities.
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Why Collectives Started
- Max and Jonas built Collectives to capture shared knowledge for groups like housemates with repeat problems.
- They framed it as a collaborative, social wiki focused on real-time and asynchronous collaboration.
Niche Between Pads And Office Suites
- Collectives sits between simple pads and full office suites, optimized for community knowledge and linking pages.
- It targets small communities and movements with high member turnover needing accessible documentation.
Pitch Follow-Ups As New Focuses
- Frame follow-up funding as a distinct, focused proposal; juries review each application anew.
- Aim for clear, new scope rather than calling it a continuation to increase chances of repeat funding.