# Q2 2025 Bounty Challenge | Every‑Day Money Hack ### \[UPDATED 08/07/25] This bounty challenge is now closed 👀. {% hint style="danger" %} These builds are created with ❤️ by our community. They are open for use, contributions, and sharing. \ Please note these repos are **not officially supported by Investec**. **Exercise caution** when engaging with community-driven projects. {% endhint %} | Build Name | Coder | Description | Link to Repo | | ---------- | ------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------- | | SweepPay | Amery Winter | Automates monthly wage calculations and payments for employees like housekeepers and gardeners. | [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/Brodreger/SweepPay) | *** Welcome to our **June 2025 community bounty**! Ship a bite‑sized automation or integration that *automatically* saves at least **5 minutes or R50 per month** for you (or someone else) using the **Investec Programmable Banking API**. > **Low‑Ops Promise 🚀** — all you need to do is build, demo, and drop the link. No badge systems, no complex scoring; just share your progress in Slack and earn swag. *** ### Quick Facts | | Detail | | ---------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | **Kick‑off** | **2 June 2025** | | **Deadline** | **30 June 2025 – 23:59 SAST** | | **Discussion Channel** | [#04\_community-bounties](https://investec-dev-com.slack.com/archives/C05MNBE2G3C) on Slack – start a thread for your build | | **How to Submit** | Post a public GitHub repo link **+** short Loom/YouTube/GIF demo to the [Bounty submission form](https://forms.office.com/r/CL3D9fJMaD). | | **Who Can Join** | Any skill level, solo or team | | **Rewards** |

• Swag for every valid submission

• Top 3 “Most Helpful” hacks spotlighted in the community newsletter & wiki

| *** ### 1 · Objective > **Build something small that makes money matters easier.** > > • ≤ 500 lines of code **or** ≤ 10 Zapier / Make.com steps\ > • Uses at least **one** Investec API or webhook endpoint\ > • Demonstrates a *clear* time‑ or cost‑saving benefit (≈ 5 minutes ➜ R50 per month) *** ### 2 · What Counts as a “Money Hack”? 💡 Here are four sample ideas - feel free to riff! | Idea | Core Endpoint(s) | Impact | | --------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------- | | **Round‑up Auto‑Saver** | `/za/pb/v1/cards/transactions`, `/transfers` | Sneak R5 into a Savings Pocket on every swipe ≥ R100 | | **Duplicate‑Debit Alert** | `/transactions` | DM me when identical merchant debits occur within 7 days | | **Load‑Shedding Fuel Pocket** | Webhook + EskomSePush API | Move R50 to a “Generator Fuel” pocket at Stage 4+ | | **Low‑Balance Early‑Warning SMS** | `/balance`, webhook | SMS if tomorrow’s projected balance drops below R200 | *** ### 3 · Getting Started Kit 🔧 1. **API Quick‑Start & Sandbox Keys**\ → [api-quick-start-guide](https://investec.gitbook.io/programmable-banking-community-wiki/get-started/api-quick-start-guide "mention") 2. **Past Builds Gallery**\ → [Past community projects](https://github.com/Investec-Developer-Community/Community-Projects) ``` # .env.example (don’t commit real keys!) INVESTEC_API_KEY=YOUR_KEY INVESTEC_API_SECRET=YOUR_SECRET ``` *** ## 4 · How to Get Involved ✅ {% stepper %} {% step %} **Jump In:** Head over to our[ Bounties Slack Channel](https://investec-dev-com.slack.com/archives/C05MNBE2G3C) and shout "**I'm In!**" to let us know you're participating. {% endstep %} {% step %} **Need a Hand?** Our community champions are ready to help in the [Slack channel](https://investec-dev-com.slack.com/archives/C05MNBE2G3C) if you have questions or want to team up. {% endstep %} {% step %} **Submit Your Work:** Share your solution via a public GitHub repository, under an MIT licence, and [submit the link](https://forms.office.com/r/CL3D9fJMaD) through our form by the deadline. Don't forget to include a short video (≤ 2 min) or GIF showing the automation in action. {% endstep %} {% endstepper %} {% hint style="danger" %} **Environment Security**: Store Investec credentials in `.env`; never commit secrets. {% endhint %} *** ### 5 · Judging & Rewards 🎁 | **Tier** | **Criteria** | **Reward** | | ------------------------- | ----------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------- | | **All Valid Submissions** | Passes checklist | Exclusive Investec socks and T‑shirt | | **Top 3 Most Helpful** | Panel vote: *utility, creativity, polish* | Newsletter spotlight + Official GitHub repo | > \*Panel review date: \****1 July 2025***\ > Winners announced in Slack & newsletter on **7 July 2025**. *** ### 6 · FAQ 🤔 **Q: Can I re‑use code from previous bounties?**\ A: Absolutely — remix, extend, or polish any prior work as long as this entry meets the checklist. **Q: Do I have to host it live?**\ A: No. A short recorded demo proving it works is enough. **Q: Is there a language/framework restriction?**\ A: Any stack is welcome — Node, Python, Go, Zapier, etc. *** ### 7 · Helpful Links * 🔑 [Investec API Docs](https://developer.investec.com/za/api-products) * 🎓 [api-quick-start-guide](https://investec.gitbook.io/programmable-banking-community-wiki/get-started/api-quick-start-guide "mention") * 💬 [Bounty Hunters Slack channel](https://investec-dev-com.slack.com/archives/C05MNBE2G3C) *** > **Ready?** Spin up your favourite editor, give us a 🙋 in [#04\_community-bounties](https://investec-dev-com.slack.com/archives/C05MNBE2G3C), and start hacking. We can’t wait to see how you save the world (or at least R50/month)! 🚀