The technical chops to build what you need
Hire someone with real experience building what you need. If it’s a web application, choose a proven web developer, not one shifting gears to accommodate your job.
Plenty of business savvy
A great developer understands business, not just code, and recommends new technology only when it delivers real long-term value.
Stellar communication skills
Look for someone who collaborates willingly, listens intently, and communicates clearly through conversation, writing, graphics, and hands-on demos.
A respectably long list of references
Always ask for them, and always call. A good developer provides the client name, the project name and type, and the technologies used.
A transparent, hourly fee structure
Fixed-bid projects tend to hide risk. An honest hourly structure keeps costs visible and aligned with the work being done.
The wherewithal to be an effective partner
The right team is invested in your success for the long haul, not just the next deliverable, and treats your project like their own.
