Where is the best place to hire contractors (developers) in 2024?

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Here are my opinions on various platforms, but please feel free to share if you disagree:

1. Upwork — No barrier to entry so there's too many low-quality profiles to sort through
2. Wellfound — I found some pretty good devs here a few years ago (circa 2018), but it now seems to be trending towards Upwork
3. Turing — Takes a massive cut. Pays developers pennies.
4. Toptal — Good talent but also takes a massive cut and isn't transparent about how much.

I'm curious about CloudDevs and Unicorn.dev if anyone has used them. They seem to be transparent about pricing, which is great.

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Here are of some popular companies with Pros and Cons to hire developers, 1. Freelance Marketplaces: Pros: Large pool of talent, flexible engagement models (hourly, project-based), cost-effective options. Cons: Quality can vary, requires more vetting on your end, potential for project mismanagement. Examples: Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer.com, PeoplePerHour 2. Talent Matching Services: Pros: Pre-vetted talent with verified skills, higher quality developers, project management support. Cons: Typically more expensive than marketplaces, may have a smaller talent pool. Examples: Toptal, Arc, Wellfound 3. Remote-First Job Boards: Pros: Focus on remote work, diverse talent pool, good for finding niche skills. Cons: Can be time-consuming to screen candidates, requires effort to manage the hiring process. Examples: We Work Remotely, Remote.co, Hired

Gurkaran Singh · Answer

"Thanks for sharing your insights on hiring platforms! It's like a tech jungle out there - with hidden gems and shady paths. Always good to hear real experiences to navigate through the wilderness of finding great developers. CloudDevs and Unicorn.dev sound intriguing with their transparency, might be worth exploring!"

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In 2024, trustworthy online marketplaces like Upwork, Freelancer, or Toptal are the greatest places to find contractors, or developers.

Huraira Muzafar · Answer

I have a team of developer that can help you in your product you can hire us

Bhavana Krishnamurthy · Answer

Freelance platforms like Upwork, and Fiverr, are great for finding talent from around the world for short-term tasks that are not complex. However, it can be a bit challenging to vet their skills, track their work, and ensure they're always available. Managing freelancers takes time since they juggle multiple projects. I also agree with the fact that in these freelance platforms, there is no guarantee about the quality of developers.

For a more seamless experience, consider platforms like edev.com to hire high-quality dedicated remote developers. They offer the same flexibility and cost-effectiveness of freelance platforms but take care of everything for you—from hiring and vetting to payments and resource management.  You will only pay for the number of hours worked by the developer and there are no hidden costs or platform fee like other hiring platforms.

Where is the best place to hire contractors (developers) in 2024?

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