Pinder matches developers, designers, and indie makers with projects that fit their skills and interests. Swipe, connect, and ship faster together.
Get started freeBuilt for makers who want to ship, not just dream.
Our algorithm surfaces projects and collaborators based on your stack, availability, and interests — not just keywords.
Leave structured notes, async video pitches, and code snippets before committing to a project. No cold DMs.
Lock your project details behind NDA-lite agreements before sharing sensitive details with potential collaborators.
Shared milestones and a lightweight kanban keep everyone aligned without the overhead of a full project management tool.
Once matched, communicate directly in-app with threaded conversations, file sharing, and code-block support.
Find collaborators across timezones. Filter by availability, remote preference, and equity expectations.
When you reach out to a potential collaborator with a wall of text in a cold DM, you're asking them to context-switch on your schedule. Most makers are already juggling a day job, a project backlog, and a dozen unread Slack threads.
Async video pitches flip the dynamic. You record a two-minute walkthrough of your idea, your current progress, and the specific role you're looking to fill. The other person watches it when it fits their flow — pauses, rewinds, thinks it over — and responds thoughtfully.
In our beta, projects that included an async video pitch received 3.4× more qualified responses than those with text-only descriptions. The bar to express genuine interest is lower when you don't have to schedule a call first.
Have questions about how Pinder works? Click the chat button in the bottom right corner — we reply within minutes.
The landscape of software development is shifting towards distributed, asynchronous collaboration. With remote work becoming the norm, developers need tools that bridge time zones and work schedules. Pinder is designed to facilitate meaningful connections without the friction of traditional networking.
Imagine a platform where you can swipe through project ideas like you swipe through potential matches on dating apps. Each card presents a concise summary of the project, required skills, and expected commitment. You can express interest with a simple swipe, and if the interest is mutual, you're matched and can start collaborating immediately.
Our algorithm learns from your swipes and matches to suggest better projects over time. It considers factors like your preferred programming languages, frameworks, project complexity, and even your availability. This personalized approach ensures that you're only shown projects that align with your interests and capabilities.
After signing up, you create a profile highlighting your skills, experience, and what you're looking for in a project. You can specify whether you're interested in open source contributions, startup ideas, or just fun side projects. The platform then curates a feed of projects that match your criteria.
Each project card includes details like the problem statement, proposed solution, tech stack, and team composition. You can also see how many other developers have expressed interest, giving you an idea of the project's popularity.
When you find a project that excites you, you can swipe right to indicate interest. If the project creator also swipes right on your profile, you're matched! From there, you can use our built‑in chat to discuss next steps, share code repositories, and schedule virtual meetings.
If you have an idea but lack the skills or time to build it alone, Pinder helps you assemble a dream team. You can post your project with details about what you need, and our algorithm will surface it to developers whose skills match your requirements.
You maintain full control over who joins your project. You can review each developer's profile, past projects, and community reputation before matching. Once matched, you can collaborate using our integrated project management tools, including task boards, milestone tracking, and file sharing.
Pinder also offers tools for protecting intellectual property. You can use our NDA‑lite agreements to ensure that sensitive ideas remain confidential until you're ready to share them publicly.
We're currently in open beta and welcoming new users. The platform is free to use during the beta period, and we plan to introduce premium features for power users in the future. Our goal is to create a sustainable ecosystem that benefits both developers and project creators.
Whether you're a seasoned developer looking for your next challenge or a newcomer wanting to contribute to meaningful projects, Pinder has something for you. Sign up today and start swiping!