MICROGRANT Proposal: Improve Error Messages and UX

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+# AsyncAPI CLI Enhancement Proposal
+
+## MICROGRANT Application for May 2026
+
+### Project: Improve Error Messages and User Experience
+
+**Budget Request:** $500
+
+### Problem Statement
+
+Current CLI error messages are technical and not user-friendly. Users struggle to understand what went wrong and how to fix it.
+
+### Proposed Solution
+
+1. **Enhanced Error Messages**
+   - Add contextual hints for common errors
+   - Include example commands for fixes
+   - Color-coded output for better readability
+
+2. **Interactive Mode**
+   - Add `--interactive` flag for guided setup
+   - Step-by-step wizard for first-time users
+
+3. **Better Documentation**
+   - Inline help for all commands
+   - Examples in error messages
+
+### Timeline
+
+- Week 1: Research and design error message format
+- Week 2: Implement enhanced error handling
+- Week 3: Add interactive mode
+- Week 4: Documentation and testing
+
+### Deliverables
+
+- [ ] Enhanced error message system
+- [ ] Interactive mode implementation
+- [ ] Updated documentation
+- [ ] Test coverage > 80%
+
+### Why Me
+
+I have experience with CLI tools and user experience design. I am motivated to make AsyncAPI CLI more accessible to beginners.
+
+---
+
+**Payment Address:** USDT TRC20: (will provide upon approval)