Are you passionate about open-source and interested in making accounting software more accessible worldwide? Manager.io, a free double-entry accounting system, is on a mission to empower small businesses and individuals globally by providing country-specific integrations that meet local regulatory and compliance requirements.

Through our GitHub Sponsors program, Manager.io will support developers who create and maintain these country-specific integrations. Starting at $1,000 USD per month, sponsored developers will have the opportunity to grow their sponsorship as their integrations become valuable to users in their country and beyond.

We’re looking for talented programmers to build integrations that make Manager.io truly global. This includes:

• e-Invoicing: Automated compliance with country-specific invoicing standards.
• Payroll Calculations: Tailored payroll calculations for local tax and social security requirements.
• Tax Reporting: Generate country-specific tax reports.
• Bank Feeds: Integrate local bank feeds for seamless transaction imports.

Manager.io’s desktop edition is entirely free, providing anyone, anywhere, with accessible accounting software. With your help, we can extend its functionality to meet local needs, making it truly universal.

We’re already making strides toward country-specific functionality! Here’s what’s currently in development:

• Saudi Arabia: @mabaega is working on the Zatca Phase II integration for compliance with Saudi Arabian e-invoicing regulations.

1. Get Familiar with Manager.io
   Before diving into development, take some time to explore Manager.io to understand how it works and its core features.

2. Connect with Local Accountants
   Visit our Manager.io Accountants Directory to connect with accountants in your country who are already using Manager.io. They can provide insights into the specific functionality needed for local compliance and will serve as your first users and testers.

3. Plan Your Integration
   Decide which feature you’d like to develop for your country based on feedback from accountants. Whether it’s payroll, tax, invoicing, or bank feeds, you’ll be creating something that addresses real needs in your market.

4. Use Any Technology
   Manager.io offers a flexible API that allows you to work in the programming language and framework of your choice. Find the API documentation here to get started.

5. Maintain Ownership
   Each project belongs to the programmer who develops it. You can host it on your GitHub account, set your own contribution guidelines, and manage it independently.

6. Sponsorship Growth
   Sponsorships start at $1,000 USD per month and can increase as your project proves valuable to a larger user base. The more useful and widely adopted your integration becomes, the more support you’ll receive.

While experience with accounting and ERP systems is helpful, it’s not required. A willingness to engage with the Manager.io API, reach out to local accountants for feedback, and a commitment to creating and maintaining a high-quality integration are the primary expectations.

If you're excited about contributing to a global project and want to help make free, fully featured accounting software available worldwide, Manager.io wants to sponsor your work! Reach out today to start making an impact.