Have an idea? Just need funding? Want to join with others to support to an idea? This site is for you. MicroPledge allows users to support software projects by making small pledges which add up to pay the developer.
Any user can submit a project idea or pledge to existing projects. Developers can quote to develop projects and get paid, but only as pledgers are happy with their work. Imagine that 1000 people around the world need a spiffy browser plugin, and each person pledges $5 for it. Soon you have a happy developer who pockets the $5000. And quality software.
MicroPledge In Their Own Words
“MicroPledge is a place where great ideas are turned into reality – a reality that serves other people. Not only do we want to do the right thing by our users, but also the right thing according to God. Also, as Christians, we want to do our small part in making the world just that little bit more user-friendly.”
Why MicroPledge It Might Be A Killer
This site has the potential to re-invigorate open source projects by injecting funding, as well as help commercial developers get paid.