Revolutionizing Open Source — Empowering Software Maintainers with GitHub Bounties!

GIBWORK
3 min readNov 22, 2023

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Gibwork has achieved mainnet! We are excited to share the news about the introduction of, a groundbreaking bounty platform Gibwork on
Solana, the first of its kind.

At Gibwork, we’re on a mission to revolutionize open source and drive Web3 adoption. Our groundbreaking platform, empowers software maintainers, allowing them to create bounties on GitHub issues effortlessly. Say goodbye to routine tasks and welcome the opportunity to invest more time and energy into enhancing the quality of your product!

Why use Gibwork?

Gibwork provides a powerful incentive for contributors to actively engage with Open Source projects. By attaching a monetary reward to specific tasks or bug fixes, open source maintainers can attract a diverse pool of talent and motivate developers to dedicate their time and expertise. This fosters a collaborative environment where individuals are driven not only by the desire to contribute to a meaningful project but also by the prospect of financial compensation for their efforts.

Gibwork allow maintainers to address specific issues or implement new features efficiently by tapping into the broader community’s expertise. Instead of relying solely on the limited resources of a core development team, open source projects with bounties can leverage the collective knowledge and skills of a global community. This decentralized approach not only enhances the speed of development but also brings fresh perspectives, diverse ideas, and increased innovation to the project, making it more robust and adaptable to evolving needs. Overall, incorporating bounties into open source projects is a strategic move that not only attracts contributors but also fuels rapid and sustainable project advancement.

This is where Gibwork steps in.

Gibwork transforms the landscape of open-source collaboration by seamlessly integrating a bounty system facilitated through a decentralized escrow mechanism and stable coins. The platform leverages blockchain technology to ensure trust and transparency in the reward distribution process. When contributors undertake tasks or submit pull requests, Gibwork places the bounty amount in a decentralized escrow, securing the funds until the work is approved. This decentralized escrow not only eliminates the need for intermediaries but also ensures a fair and secure transaction process, mitigating the risk of disputes and providing a transparent record of the reward distribution.

Moreover, Gibwork stands out by

  • Offering immediate payment upon the approval of a pull request.
  • Platform guarantees that contributors receive a fixed value for their efforts, shielding them from the volatility often associated with traditional cryptocurrencies.
  • decentralized escrow eliminating the needs for intermediaries.

Gibwork is built for developers, by developers.

Gibwork is crafted for developers by developers, reflecting a deep understanding of the unique challenges and aspirations within the coding community. This developer-centric approach is pivotal, as it not only acknowledges the technical intricacies of the field but also underscores the platform’s commitment to empowering and valuing the contributions of those at the forefront of software innovation.

We’re just getting started.

Over the recent months, we’ve experienced remarkable strides, channeling our efforts into product development, expanding our waitlist, and talking to users.

If you want to keep abreast of all of our progress and our upcoming production launch, be sure to follow us on Twitter or Discord for the latest news and updates.

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GIBWORK

GIB empowers open source maintainers to effortlessly create bounties on GitHub Issues and instantly pay contributors