Investec Developer

Meet Collins Zimba, a passionate member of our Investec Developer Community and a true Community Champion! By Day: Collins works at a company specialising in supply chain intelligence for mines, where he analyses weighbridge tracking data to ensure accurate reporting and smooth operations. By Night: He’s an innovator! At our recent monthly meetup, Collins showcased Khumba—a “banker in your pocket” solution his team developed during our Investec Developer hackathon. In just a few hours, they created something truly impressive. Link to the demo in comments. Want to share your story or project? Join our community and be part of the journey: https://lnkd.in/dmHb7iNK #InvestecDeveloper #CommunitySpotlight #ProgrammableBanking

Taking API banking mainstream 🦓 The world is more connected than ever, and at the heart of this connectivity are APIs—the silent messengers enabling seamless integration between platforms. At Investec, we’re leveraging this technology to transform how businesses and individuals interact with their finances. If APIs are redefining industries globally, why shouldn’t banking be part of this revolution? Find out more: https://lnkd.in/g7pTzJbP #InvestecDeveloper #API #ProgrammableBanking

Unlock the power of Investec Developer! Ready to dive in? Follow our step-by-step guide to create API keys and authenticate using the Investec banking APIs. Discover essential endpoints for accessing account and transaction information. Watch the video tutorial and start building today! If you have any questions, share them in the comments below. 🔗 Links to docs and tutorials in the comments. #InvestecDeveloper #APIBanking #ProgrammableBanking #TechTutorial

We’ve been running our annual Investec Developer community survey over the last month, and we would love to get feedback from our Investec Developer LinkedIn community as well.

Investec Developer Community Meetups – where developers connect, share, and grow with Programmable Banking. These meetups offer an interactive environment to: • See community projects in action: Members showcase their Programmable Banking builds and get feedback from other members. • Engage directly with the Investec API Team: Each session includes time with the team behind the Programmable Banking API. It’s a unique chance for developers to ask questions, provide feedback, and get insight into the product roadmap. • Stay updated: From new features to tech and financial wellness talks, each meetup includes updates and expert insights aimed at empowering developers in our community. If you’re interested to see what our #InvestecDeveloper meetups are about, register for the final one of 2024 happening on 21 November. 🔗 Link to meetup registration in the comments. #InvestecDeveloper #ProgrammableBanking #DeveloperCommunity #APIBanking

At Investec we believe in software developers and the integral role that they play in driving innovation. Extraordinary happens when you connect developers with innovative tech and an engaging community experience, and our recent hackathon with Microsoft showcased just that. Here’s why we think hackathons are beneficial for this community: 1️. Hands-on experience: Developers can dive deep into building Programable Banking powered solutions that matter with the support of mentors. 2. Career boost: It provides an environment to sharpen your skills, showcase your expertise, and make valuable connections with top tech and finance professionals. 3. Innovative atmosphere: Hackathons are part of the community experience, where bold ideas come to life and collaboration thrives. 4. Great rewards: Community members are given the opportunity to compete for prizes and gain exclusive access to Investec’s API team. #InvestecDeveloper #Hackathon #ProgrammableBanking #DeveloperCommunity #APIBanking

Congratulations to our Investec Developer & Microsoft Hackathon winners! What an incredible display of innovation and teamwork! Your solutions blew us away and we are excited to see where these innovations will lead. 🥇 Winners: Kerin Moodley Mohau Moteng Luka Vukosi Nyathi Albert Badenhorst Bongiwe Bonnie Mapipa Lee Pelser 🥈 Runners-up: Collins Zimba Charlin Martin Caleb Raman Pieter Venter Tendani Mukwevho Ehi Okharedia 🥉Third: Ketro Sithole Glen Bond Mogane Pibo Shongwe Wian Snyman Michael Oosthuizen Palesa Tsheole #InvestecDeveloper #Hackathon #ProgrammableBanking #Microsoft #DeveloperCommunity #APIBanking

We just wrapped up our third session on Financial Planning for Developers in Cape Town and Stellenbosch. In this session, led by the insightful Lauren Haynes, we delved into: 🔍 Savings, Investments, and Retirement: Understanding the importance of planning for short-term, medium-term, and long-term financial needs. 📊 The Reality Check: With over 1 million applications to withdraw R21 billion from retirement savings last month, it's clear many are struggling to plan effectively for the future. ⏳ Time is Your Ally: how to leverage time to your advantage in financial planning. Join our Investec Developer community and be part of a movement that's taking control of its financial future. Let's make informed decisions and thrive together! Learn more and get involved: https://lnkd.in/g7pTzJbP #InvestecDeveloper #FinancialPlanning #CapeTown #Stellenbosch #DeveloperCommunity

👩💻 We had a great second session on Financial Wellbeing for Developers last week, focusing on debt, with Lauren Haynes. Here's a snippet of what we covered: 🔘 Good vs Bad Debt: Learn when debt can help or hurt you. 🔘 Smart Strategies: Tips on paying off high-interest debts and using debt wisely. 🔘 Financial Health: Stay on top of your finances with active money management and a solid savings plan. Plus, we saw a fantastic demo of an auto savings bot by Shailen Naidoo, using the Investec Programmable Banking API to help manage savings and debt. Investec Developer is all about supporting our developer community with the tools and knowledge to thrive financially. Join us and be part of a community that's taking charge of its financial future! https://lnkd.in/djRv6_Zk. #InvestecDeveloper #ProgrammableBanking #DeveloperCommunity #FinancialWellbeingForDevs

Why you will be excited? This event brings together our Investec Developer community and the Microsoft user group for a day of innovation and collaboration on Saturday 5 October at Investec Sandton. Here's what you can expect: 🔘 Hands-on experience: Dive into the Investec API and Programmable Banking card accounts 🔘 Learning opportunity: Connect with industry experts and fellow developers 🔘 Showcase your skills: Create innovative projects and let your ideas shine. We’re opening applications for 10 amazing developers to join us. If you’re passionate about fintech and innovation, apply now for a chance to be invited. https://lnkd.in/dGUTVwJ6. Meet incredible people and win prizes. Discover the latest tech from Microsoft and explore community sandboxes. Expect more surprises on the day. Don’t miss out on this opportunity. #InvestecDeveloper #Hackathon #Microsoft