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web-based software development project?

by DigitalNomadBart
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Hey Guys,

I got this idea of web-based software I would like to develop. Since I am a marketer and not a programmer I'd like some references of reputable companies on Elance or other freelancersites with examples at affordable fixed prices per project (not hourly rates) - been looking for them myself on elance but can't seem to find good examples?

your help is much appreciated!

thanks
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  • Profile picture of the author wayfarer
    Why don't you tell us more about the project, maybe we can help you create a budget? Sounds like you probably don't know what you're in for. If it's an extensive project you might be better off managing some smaller projects first before you try doing a larger one.

    People think all they need to do is have a brilliant idea, then find the right person or team to do it, and bam! Really, it takes the right balance of experience to give the sort of feedback which makes these projects successful without ballooning the budget. And, this starts with understanding there is no such thing as "fixed price", all software will need maintenance in the future.
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    • Profile picture of the author jamesfreddyc
      Originally Posted by wayfarer View Post

      Why don't you tell us more about the project, maybe we can help you create a budget? Sounds like you probably don't know what you're in for. If it's an extensive project you might be better off managing some smaller projects first before you try doing a larger one.

      People think all they need to do is have a brilliant idea, then find the right person or team to do it, and bam! Really, it takes the right balance of experience to give the sort of feedback which makes these projects successful without ballooning the budget. And, this starts with understanding there is no such thing as "fixed price", all software will need maintenance in the future.
      Just from my own experience, you are 100% correct. I'd say that it takes an interesting mix of programmer and marketer or the creation of a partnership between two individuals that make up this mix.
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  • Profile picture of the author Monika Verma
    Originally Posted by DigitalNomadBart View Post

    Hey Guys,

    I got this idea of web-based software I would like to develop. Since I am a marketer and not a programmer I'd like some references of reputable companies on Elance or other freelancersites with examples at affordable fixed prices per project (not hourly rates) - been looking for them myself on elance but can't seem to find good examples?

    your help is much appreciated!

    thanks
    Is it possible to share the basic idea of your Software, So that we can assist you for the budget.

    Also, I know some software development companies that have done great work, If you want I can share their details.
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  • Profile picture of the author DigitalNomadBart
    Hi Guys, thanks for the responses.

    the project is simple. We want to develop a landing page drag and drop online app for SBO here in Belgium with landingpage link tracking and some more features. A little bit like leadpages but simpler and in drag and drop fashion.
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  • Profile picture of the author ViralMediaBoost
    Try fiverr some superb developers @ $5 per 30 mins which is cheap for what your wanting.
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  • Profile picture of the author maruka
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    There is this site named Ghuru I dont remember if is net or com but was recommended to me as a freelance freak site,indian programmers are rising and I think you can grab them there the way you want more negotiating than per hour
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  • Profile picture of the author donMhico
    Would like to give my advice also. Please remember that good software costs good investments. The main issue, based on my experience as a programmer, is that people who are new to web / app business doesn't have any good estimate of how much there idea is. Probably because there are so many programmers also that has $5/hour rate or even lower. So marketers or people who want to hire developers doesn't have any good standard for comparison.

    One thing to remember when hiring people is the phrase, "You get what you paid for".

    And lastly, like what already mentioned above, fixed-price is only good for small projects and is possible to a certain-degree. But since you are looking to build an application (which is a never ending development, maintenance and updates) you should forget the "fixed-price" concept.
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    • Profile picture of the author Booster
      Originally Posted by donMhico View Post

      Would like to give my advice also. Please remember that good software costs good investments. The main issue, based on my experience as a programmer, is that people who are new to web / app business doesn't have any good estimate of how much there idea is. Probably because there are so many programmers also that has $5/hour rate or even lower. So marketers or people who want to hire developers doesn't have any good standard for comparison.

      One thing to remember when hiring people is the phrase, "You get what you paid for".

      And lastly, like what already mentioned above, fixed-price is only good for small projects and is possible to a certain-degree. But since you are looking to build an application (which is a never ending development, maintenance and updates) you should forget the "fixed-price" concept.
      I totally agree with Don.
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