# Background Circle's platform makes it faster, easier, and safer to bring the benefits of blockchain to your business. Accept payments, send payouts, manage custody, and build multichain, gasless experiences with USDC. **Circle Developer Bounties** invite you to build real-world solutions with Circle's suite of smart contracts, APIs, and SDKs. Qualification requirements are outlined below. Choose from the **[Challenges](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/circle-developer-bounties-1/challenges)** listed and submit your solution as a BUIDL before the deadline. You may also apply for the optional **[Feedback Bounty](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/circle-developer-bounties-1/bounties)** to help support the growth of Circle's products and resources. Join Circle's [Discord](https://circle.com/discord) community to communicate with like minded devs and get support directly from the Circle team. # Prizes The most successful submissions for each track will be eligible for **1500 USDC** each. There can be multiple winners for each Challenge. # Submission Requirements Submissions will be evaluated based on the following parameters: - **Functional MVP and diagram**: Projects must demonstrate a working frontend and backend plus an architecture diagram. - **Video demonstration + presentation**: Succinctly outlining the project's core functions and its effective use of Circle's Developer tools/tech is required, supported by detailed documentation. - **Link to public GitHub/Replit repo** # Structure and Timeline The Circle Developer Bounties program is a long-term initiative to support builders who contribute to Circle's growth and development. Group 1 contains the first 4 challenges and will **last for 3 months**, with new challenges to be included in the following Groups. Successful submissions will be confirmed and announced at the end of each challenge Group period. Winners will be contacted via email to arrange prize distribution. - **Group 1**: June 1 - August 31 - **Group 2**: Sept 1 - October 31 - **Group 3**: November 1 - December 31 *Note: This is a rough timeline and is subject to change.* # Documentation & Resources Discord Support: [https://discord.com/channels/473781666251538452/1267777662164799602](https://discord.com/channels/473781666251538452/1267777662164799602) Documentation : [https://developers.circle.com/](https://developers.circle.com/) Developer Account Signup: [https://console.circle.com/signup](https://console.circle.com/signup) Sample Projects : [https://developers.circle.com/sample-projects](https://developers.circle.com/sample-projects) Replit Templates : [https://replit.com/@buildoncircle](https://replit.com/@buildoncircle) Developer blog: [https://www.circle.com/topic/developer](https://www.circle.com/topic/developer) Video Tutorials : [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoJwRn8qrG24wgM802HEDGtzfIL6D9PYW](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoJwRn8qrG24wgM802HEDGtzfIL6D9PYW) Circle Developer Hub: [https://www.circle.com/developer](https://www.circle.com/developer) # Privacy By submitting a BUIDL, you agree to receive marketing and other communications from Circle about Circle Products and other company updates. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time. For more information on our privacy practice, please review our [Privacy Policy](https://www.circle.com/legal/privacy-policy). All successful teams will need to pass KYC verification before prizes can be awarded.