Resources and FAQs that will help you build during the Buffer Commit.

📅 Core Dates

🛠️ What to build

The ask is simple: build a web app or an integration that makes creating and publishing content noticeably better, using the Buffer API to power at least one of its core features. Think of something Buffer users could pick up and use, whether that's a capability Buffer doesn't have yet or a bridge between Buffer and a tool people already rely on.

🔗 Useful Resources

• Buffer API: access the Buffer API and create an App Client
• Buffer API developer docs:
  • Guides
  • Examples
  • API reference
  • Sample apps
• GraphQL Explorer: interactive Buffer API schema explorer, great for testing queries
• Help Center: a collection of resources to learn more about the Buffer API
• Buffer API Changelog: the latest changes and additions to the Buffer API
• API status: insight into the status of Buffer operations

💡 Need help to come up with an idea?

If you are looking for some inspiration, see what others have built with the Buffer API, what feature the community has been asking for, and what's on our roadmap:

• Buffer API Case Studies
• Feature suggestions board
• Buffer API roadmap

💬 How to get help?

Whether you need technical support or simply need input on your idea, post your questions in the buffer-commit-support channel on Discord. The Buffer team actively monitors the channels and will help you as soon as possible.

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Note: The Buffer team will be most available to help you during the weekdays, covering multiple time zones. Questions asked over the weekend may take a little bit longer to address, but will will get back to you at our earliest availability.

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Developer FAQ

🚀 Getting set up

Do I need a Buffer account to participate?

Yes. To access the Buffer API you'll need a Buffer account. If you don’t have one, head to Buffer to create a free account.