FINKIE: Your Simplified Guide to Financial Success.
Tags: webdev, rebase01, gdsciiitkalyani, webscraping
Published: 2024-04-20 18:28:25




##FINKIE: 

## Team Details
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- RITAM BISWAS
  (ritam_404)
- RITAM DE 
  (RitamDe)
- SAGNIK GHOSH 
  (REDDISH0012)
- SANU MUKHERJEE 
  (XxROCKYxX)

## Description of Project

Financial literacy is a must for every self concerned citizen. Our project finkie aims at elevating this to a higher step. It tries to bring various aspects of economy and make it simple enough for the regular normal person to understand. It provides various calculators which takes in minimal user input and provides a correct calculation displayed in a simple manner. The main target of our project is simplification so that the user can bypass the convolutions of the financial frameworks all the while benefitting from it. The project also display fd rates, mf rates and blogs on various topics related to finance in an attempt to converge this broad and elusive field into the grasp of the user. 

## Submission Track:

`OPEN INNOVATION`

## Overview of My Submission


_`-How it works?`_

Finkie operates as a user-friendly hub for all things finance, offering a seamless blend of insightful content, interactive tools, and real-time data. Users can explore a diverse range of financial topics, from understanding income tax implications to evaluating investment options like mutual funds and fixed deposit schemes. Our platform leverages web scraping techniques to gather data, ensuring that users have access to the most relevant information for their financial decisions. Through intuitive interfaces and engaging visuals, Finkie transforms complex financial concepts into digestible insights, empowering users to make informed choices with confidence. Whether users are planning for retirement, strategizing for wealth accumulation, or simply seeking to enhance their financial literacy, Finkie provides the resources and tools necessary to navigate the intricate landscape of personal finance effectively.

_`-What we made?`_

Finkie is your simplified guide to financial well-being. Our platform strips away the jargon and complexities of finance, offering straightforward insights and practical tools to help you manage your money with ease. Whether you're navigating income tax rules, exploring investment options like mutual funds, or considering fixed deposit schemes, Finkie provides clear explanations and handy calculators to support your decisions. We've done the heavy lifting of financial research so you can focus on what matters most: achieving your financial goals. With Finkie by your side, finance becomes less daunting and more manageable, empowering you to take control of your financial future.

_`-Why we made this?`_

So that IRS does not have to visit you. That's why, DUH!!


## Tech Stack

- HTML
- CSS 
- Javascript
- Figma
- Python
- And of course, Github for deploying the project.


## Challenges We Faced

 Being first year students and this being our first hackathons we faced countless problems which were eventually overcome by sleepless nights and cups of cold coffee(the temperature has soared). The first of many was managing our acads with this month long hackathon. Overcoming the endless torrent of code errors all the while learning new technologies with friends late night on discord, seething with the classic coder rage proved to be more enjoyable than expected.

**Here is a small overview on the challenges we faced throughout the experience:**
- Time Management
- The pressure of meeting the deadline
- Numerous rookie mistakes which took forever to fix (yes I'm 
  talking about that one missing semi-colon)
- Learning new technologies all while implementing the old ones
- Understanding the depths of finance 
- And rising temperature of the summer sun



## Public Code Repo

https://github.com/RazerXP/Finkie

## Deploy Link

https://razerxp.github.io/Finkie/

## Demo Link

 https://youtu.be/BK1F2VLCdEc?si=cVDj5NplVGm5reQ4

## Figma Design Link

 https://www.figma.com/file/L3lAlBD9cjuuGQY5XpPOaK/BYTEme?type=design&node-id=0%3A1&mode=design&t=byOcOldz5WmmiNhc-1
## Additional Resources / Info

 **WorkFlow:**

**UI Planning of the Project**

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/j14k1oc8pd0hp3mu00bb.png)

**Landing Page Design**

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/suejpe2vtedg9fv5epqe.png)

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/s9nonko8qm81rixw3hax.png)

**SIP Calculator**

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/kc3aalu76kfy226anq2p.jpg)

SIP involves regular fixed investments, often monthly, averaging investment costs over time to mitigate market volatility. Lumpsum entails a one-time investment of a large sum, offering potential for higher returns but higher risk. This calculator would help you calculate your returns and formulate an economic strategy that works for you.

**Income Tax Calculator**

`Basic inputs:`
![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/9sb56vsiwo4zq1n10bdw.png)

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/eilbmjqeosw5s86q8wdf.png)

`The Final Results:`
![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/7pb7avjndvpuhx57jtmg.png)

The income tax calculator aids in determining tax obligations by assessing income, deductions, and credits. It ensures compliance with tax regulations while identifying potential savings. This tool serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to manage their tax liabilities effectively and efficiently.

**FD Rates:**

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/nlw5jh2s4okodxb39orw.png)

Exploring fixed deposit (FD) rates is crucial for individuals seeking stable returns on their investments. Our FD Rates page offers a comprehensive overview of current FD rates offered by various financial institutions. Whether you're considering short-term or long-term investments, our platform provides up-to-date information on interest rates, tenures, and special offers. With this resource at your fingertips, you can make informed decisions about where to invest your funds, ensuring that your money works efficiently for you while meeting your financial objectives.

**Blogs Page**


![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/cr9f81vu8yf27e5rvyrd.png)

Explore a treasure trove of financial wisdom and insights on our Blogs page. Here, you'll find a diverse collection of articles, guides, and expert opinions covering a wide range of topics, from budgeting and saving tips to investment strategies and retirement planning. Our team of financial experts and industry professionals curates content that's informative, engaging, and relevant to your financial journey. Whether you're a novice investor or a seasoned financial veteran, our blog posts offer valuable perspectives and actionable advice to help you navigate the complexities of personal finance with confidence. Dive into our blog archive and discover a wealth of knowledge to empower your financial decisions and aspirations.

**Conclusion**

In conclusion, we allowed ourselves to get knee deep in the dense waters of Finance with all the passion in the heart to make something that would make us proud, and we are proud. Proud of how we broke down complex topics into little digestible chunks that you can actually digest and not get food poisoning. Proud of having set and delivered on our initial goals. And proud that we made finance that little bit less daunting. All the while enjoying the process and having fun along the way with our awesome team. We hope to develop Finkie further and make it an invaluable tool to any and all humans and not just finance savvy nerds.

_`Just a Little About Us:`_

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/6t1dfq854jvag2xrdn3f.jpg)