Gardener Quickstart
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Get started documenting your regenerative impact work in 5 minutes. No crypto experience required!
What You'll Need
📱 A smartphone (iOS or Android)
🌐 Internet connection (for initial setup)
📸 Camera access (for documenting work)
That's it! No wallet, no seed phrases, no gas fees.
Step 1: Sign Up with Passkey
Visit the app: Open greengoods.app on your mobile browser
The Green Goods login screen
Click "Sign Up with Passkey"
Your device will prompt for biometric authentication
Authenticate with Face ID / Touch ID / Fingerprint
Your device creates a secure passkey
No passwords to remember
No private keys to manage
Creating your garden account...
The app sets up your smart account (takes ~10 seconds)
Powered by Pimlico account abstraction
Joining community garden...
You're automatically added to the "Green Goods Community Garden"
This gives you immediate access to actions you can complete
Welcome!
You're now logged in and ready to document work
The entire process takes about 30 seconds
Video: Complete signup walkthrough
Step 2: Explore Available Actions
Once logged in, you'll see available actions in your gardens.
Browse available actions in your gardens
Actions are tasks you can complete, such as:
🌳 Plant native trees
🧹 Clean up litter from public spaces
📊 Conduct biodiversity surveys
🌱 Remove invasive plant species
🏫 Lead community workshops
Each action shows:
Clear instructions
Required metrics
Example photos
Time window (if any)
Tap an action to view details before starting your work.
Step 3: Your First Task (5 Minutes)
Let's document a simple conservation task. We'll use "Litter Cleanup" as an example.
3.1 Select an Action
Tap "Litter Cleanup" from the home screen
Read the instructions
Tap "Start Work"
3.2 Do the Work
Go outside and perform the actual conservation task! For litter cleanup:
Grab a trash bag
Find a local park or street
Collect litter for 5-10 minutes
3.3 Document with MDR Workflow
Media → Details → Review
Media: Capture Photos
Take "Before" photo
Show the area before cleanup
Make sure litter is visible
Example: Before photo showing litter
Take "After" photo
Show the same area after cleanup
Include the collected trash bag
Example: After photo showing cleaned area
Tips for good photos:
✅ Same angle for before/after
✅ Clear lighting
✅ Include context (landmarks, area)
❌ Don't blur or filter
❌ Don't use old photos
Offline Support: Photos are stored locally if you're offline. They'll upload when you're back online.
Details: Fill Information
Add task details:
Title: "Cleaned up park entrance"
Location: Auto-detected (or enter manually)
Metrics:
Area covered: 200 sqm
Bags collected: 2
Notes: "Mostly plastic bottles and food wrappers"
Fill in task details and metrics
Review: Submit Work
Review your submission:
Check photos uploaded correctly
Verify all details are accurate
Read summary
Tap "Submit Work"
Work is saved to IPFS
Attestation reference created
Sent to operators for review
Your work has been submitted!
What happens next?
Operators review your submission (usually within 24-48 hours)
If approved: On-chain attestation created, you get confirmation
If rejected: Feedback provided, you can resubmit
Step 4: Track Your Work
View Submission Status
Tap the Work Dashboard icon (bottom navigation)
Track all your submissions in one place
See your work organized by status:
⏳ Pending: Awaiting operator review
✅ Approved: Verified and on-chain
❌ Rejected: Needs revision (with feedback)
Check Approval Details
Tap any approved work to see:
Operator feedback
On-chain attestation link
Timestamp of approval
View on EAS explorer
View details of approved work
Verify On-Chain
Tap "View Attestation" to see your work on-chain:
Opens EAS explorer
Shows immutable record
Verifiable by anyone
Example attestation: View on EAS →
Next Steps
Join More Gardens
Browse available gardens:
Tap "Gardens" in navigation
Filter by location or interest
Request to join
Get invited by operators:
Garden operators can add you directly
You'll receive a notification
Complete More Actions
Explore different action types
Build your impact portfolio
Track cumulative metrics
Invite Friends
Share your garden's invite link
Grow your community
Coordinate collective impact
Tips for Success
📸 Photo Tips
Always include before/after: Shows the actual change you made
Use good lighting: Natural daylight works best
Same angle: Makes it easy to compare before/after
Include scale: Show area or objects for size reference
✍️ Detail Tips
Be specific: "Removed 3 invasive blackberry bushes" vs "Did some gardening"
Accurate metrics: Count carefully, measure when possible
Context matters: Explain why the work was important
Note challenges: Operators appreciate honesty
⏱️ Submission Tips
Submit promptly: While the work is fresh in your mind
Works offline: Don't wait for WiFi, submit in the field
One task per submission: Don't combine multiple activities
Review before submitting: Can't edit after submission
Troubleshooting
"Can't take photos"
Grant camera permission in browser settings
Try refreshing the page
Clear browser cache
"Work won't submit"
Check internet connection (if online)
Verify all required fields filled
Try again in a few minutes
Contact support in Telegram
"Passkey not working"
Ensure biometrics enabled on device
Try different browser (Chrome/Safari recommended)
Check device security settings
Learn More
Detailed Guides
Understanding the System
Get Help
💬 Community: Telegram
🐛 Bug Reports: GitHub Issues
📖 Documentation: You're already here!
What's Next?
You're now a Green Goods gardener! 🎉
Your impact work is:
✅ Documented with photo evidence
✅ Verified by trusted operators
✅ Recorded permanently on-chain
✅ Ready to unlock funding and recognition
Keep going:
Submit more work regularly
Build your reputation
Join specialized gardens
Become an operator yourself!
Ready to log your first work? Open Green Goods →
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