[Feature]: Expense Tracker using C++

[harshsankhla18]

So, what is it about?

A console-based Expense Tracker application implemented in C++. It allows users to record, categorize, and analyze their financial transactions (income and expenses) while maintaining persistent data between sessions. The program aims to help users monitor their spending habits and manage personal budgets efficiently.

Proposed Approach:
I would like to work on implementing this Expense Tracker in C++. My approach would involve creating a clean, modular architecture with the following components:
1.) Transaction Management:
Design a Transaction class with attributes like date, category, description, amount, and type (Income/Expense). Include methods for adding, viewing, editing, and deleting transactions.

2.) Persistent Storage:
Use file-based storage with text or CSV serialization to save and load transaction data. Implement robust error handling for file read/write operations.

3.) Category & Summary Analysis:
Group transactions by category (e.g., Food, Rent, Travel). Display total income, total expenses, and balance summary. Generate category-wise spending analysis.

4.) Search & Filter System:
Implement filters based on date, type, or category. Use STL algorithms (std::find_if, std::sort, etc.) for efficient data retrieval.

5.) User Interface:
Create a menu-driven console interface for easy navigation. Options like: Add Transaction, View Summary, Search Transaction, Delete Record, and Exit.

I aim to write clean, readable, and well-documented C++ code following object-oriented design principles and proper use of STL.
This project will help improve modular programming, file I/O handling, and data processing skills in C++. Please assign me this

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[harshsankhla18]

@prajwal3114 please assign me this.

[prajwal3114]

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Please try to complete it by October 29, 2025.