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List of the Best Software Development Companies & Developers

  • ValueCoders has been providing IT Outsourcing Services Worldwide. We combine Business Domain Knowledge, Proven Methodologies, and All the Latest Technology, With 450+ Well Trained Software Professionals to Deliver High-Quality Solutions that Add Value to Your Businesses. From Startups to Enterprises, Products Companies ... read more about ValueCoders

    " Very reliable company to work with ."
    Dibya Ranjan Bissoyi
    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    2004
    Gurugram, India
  • We are a Global Software Product Studio with over 10 years of experience, across different industries with offices in Australia, Canada, The United Kingdom, The United States, and VietNam, from healthcare to fintech... We are highly concerned with nurturing and bringing to life the innovative ideas of our clients and p ... read more about PowerGate Software

    "I have worked as Sales Manager at our company nearly 8 years"
    Jane Lora Nicole, Sales Manager at at Software Group
    NA
    50 - 249
    2011
    Cau Giay, Vietnam
  • Siddhi Infosoft has been a leading Web and Mobile app development company in the USA, UK, India, and, Canada for providing digital solutions to every industry sector out there. Founded in 2011, we’ve grown with the digital ecosystem to support every stage of the product life cycle. Our web and mobi ... read more about Siddhi Infosoft

    "Experienced, Highly Capable, Professional"
    zericoni
    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2011
    San Francisco, California
  • Mindfire Solutions is a 20+ years old Software development & IT services company. We specialize in offering customized technological and digital solutions to solve our client’s mission-critical issues. We cater to our client's digital needs with an integrated portfolio of services and aim to develop diffe ... read more about Mindfire Solutions

    "Outstanding service, great quality software, customer support excellent , highly recommend"
    Sudha Chandrasekharan, SVP at Auctane
    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    1999
    Noida, India
  • IDstar is an IT Consultant that focused on Business Transformation Solution to any business on a global scale by providing IT Outsourcing, RPA Solutions and Data Extraction.  Our team of 250+ specialized IT professionals is dedicated to providing top-notch IT outsourcing, RPA solutions, and data extraction serv ... read more about PT IDstar Cipta Teknologi

    "IDstar has been an invaluable partner, consistently delivering exceptional IT solutions that have gr"
    Deddy Ariesandy, Chief Executive Officer at Digital Center Jakarta
    NA
    250 - 999
    2017
    Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Profinit

    SW Development, Data Science & IT Outsourcing
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    Profinit is one of the leading companies in the field of Custom Software Development, Big Data & Data Science, Consulting and IT Outsourcing. IDC Research ranked Profinit as the third largest custom application developer in the Czech Republic. Our main customers include banking, insurance, pharmaceutical and tel ... read more about Profinit

    "The Profinit team helped us to define proper HW requirements and then provided the desired solution with the cutting-edge architecture tailored precisely to our needs."
    Ales Nedbalek, Service Owner IT Asset Protection at Česká spořitelna (Erste Group bank)
    $50 - $99/hr
    250 - 999
    1998
    Prague, Czech Republic
  • KitelyTech

    Mobile, Web, Software & SEO Agency
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    KitelyTech is a full service technology consulting, design & development firm with offices in downtown Chicago, New York City, Atlanta, Detroit, Austin, Charlotte, Phoenix, and Miami. The team at KitelyTech mixes together all of the ingredients required for a successful technology development company. We have hi ... read more about KitelyTech

    "KitleyTech Review- Rollatech"
    William Galant, Finance and Management Major at Tulane University
    NA
    50 - 249
    2009
    Chicago, Illinois
  • Mobirevo

    UI UX Design, Mobile app and Web Development,
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    Custom software development company, SaaS application development company, Mobile app development company, UX/UI Design Services Company In an age of rapid digitalization and globalization, enterprises are continuously trying to transform their strategies and processes to meet changing customer expectation ... read more about Mobirevo

    "Using Mobirevo's Software Solutions to Streamline Operations"
    Joanne Wilson, CEO at WPP
    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
    Wilmington, Delaware
  • Softuvo is recognized as one of the top providers of development and digital marketing solutions in the United States and India, bringing digital transformation to startups and small businesses.  We serve as your trusted partner, offering services as an interim Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Our focus is on de ... read more about Softuvo Solutions Private Limited

    "Softuvo is an incredible company"
    Juan Manuel Ramirez, Executive Director at OpusTime
    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Mohali, India
  • JetRuby Agency LTD.

    AI-Enabled Сustom Software Development
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    JetRuby is a full-cycle custom software development agency. We produce robust, AI-enabled end-to-end digital products and services for businesses that don’t want to compromise on quality.  Established in 2010, JetRuby has empowered more than 200 businesses with digital products and services that serve mor ... read more about JetRuby Agency LTD.

    "A top performing team, they never disappoint!"
    Adam Ludgate, Co-founder & Head of Tech at Aleta Inc
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2010
    San Francisco, California
  • Expert design & development team, turning product usage into the best experience 💫 Since 2016 we've created 80+ projects for startups & businesses from all over the world. They have international 🏆 awards and are ‍❤️‍🔥 loved by a hundred thousand audience. Our professional interests ... read more about Goodface Agency

    "They are the professional experts in the development industry."
    Vitalii Valkov, CEO at CREO
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • 🚀 Founded back in 2014, registered in Ontario, Canada - datarockets builds quality software and applications for businesses of any size.  Our recent success stories: ⭐ A Series-E startup launched a new product fully developed by the datarockets team. ⭐ >$1M went through the payment methods we re ... read more about datarockets

    "They showed true interest in our company goals and problems that need to be solved."
    Alexandra Menyaylo , Sales manager at MetaProject
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Kitchener, Canada
  • Softude

    Attitude. Altitude. Gratitude. Repeat
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    Softude has exceptional expertise in software product development services. Their 425+ members deliver innovative and interactive digital experiences which connect people with brands. They have built a B2B platform for packaging material supplies and a progressive web app that empowers 10k+ users in the supply chain.

    "Ecommerce Development and t Support"
    Paul Fletcher
    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    2005
    Houston, Texas
  • Redwerk

    Software Development Agency
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    Redwerk is a software development agency recognized by Microsoft Partner Network as a tech leader showing consistent capability and commitment. Our high expertise is also acknowledged by leading tech listings like Clutch, GoodFirms, DesignRush, SoftwareWorld, and ITFirms. Since 2005, we've helped over 170 busine ... read more about Redwerk

    "Recommendation for Redwerk"
    Deborah B. Sorgi, Ed.D.
    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2005
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Goldfish Code, Inc

    Empowering Digital Transformation through Code
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    At Goldfish we turn your app & website ideas into reality.   Whether you want an iOS app in Swift, an Admin Portal in PHP/Larvel, a cross-platform React Native app or a highly scalable Python/Django REST API, we have the expertise to get it done.  We offer full-stack development services for all major ... read more about Goldfish Code, Inc

    "Built a great relationship for over 5 years."
    Hayden Howard, Founder at Inventoryy.com at Inventoryy
    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2014
    NYC, New York
  • Infostork Technolabs

    Microsoft Dynamics 365 & Custom Development
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    Founded in 2019 and with base in India, US & Canada, we tailor the software development process to your particular business needs and do utmost care to deliver within time & set budget. We provide all Microsoft Technologies expertize including Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Our multidisciplinary and diversifi ... read more about Infostork Technolabs

    "Great service experience"
    Kash Thaker, Founder & Director of D365 ERP Practice at SureDyn Business Solutions LLC
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Ahmedabad, India
  • PURRWEB

    We build UX based MVPs with React | React Native
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    We’re a web&mobile development company for startups, that allows you to rapidly build a stable product or MVP using our expertise in React and React Native on the Front-end + Ruby on Rails and Node.js on the Back-end. We develop mobile applications using cross-platform technologies, namely React Native. Th ... read more about PURRWEB

    "Remarkable communication skills they have!"
    Alfredo Seidemann, Founder & CEO at Viatu AG
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
  • FATbit Technologies

    Software & Mobile App Development Company in India
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    FATbit Technologies is a renowned mobile app and software development company that provides optimum solutions for businesses to gain a leading edge in the industry. Established in 2004, the company has served 5000+ clients globally with its market-leading software solutions and products.  At FATbit, we look for ... read more about FATbit Technologies

    "Gigs & Venue Startup"
    Eric Burke
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2004
    Mohali, India
  • Calaton Systems

    Trusted Technology Solutions Accelerating Growth
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    We’re a dedicated team with decades of experience in software, web and mobile development headquartered in California. Our team brings deep experience across healthcare, finance, real estate and media sectors. Our back-end to front-end developers leverage industry-leading tech–including Spring Boot, ... read more about Calaton Systems

    "Calaton Systems: A Trustworthy Partner in IT Excellence, Showcasing Commitment to Client Success."
    Victoria Lagodinsky, Company Director at Client1st Software Ltd
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Tampa, Florida
  • Code&Care

    🚀Great Software Products for Your Business Ideas
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    Code & Care is a first-class development service enabling corporations and startups to build cutting-edge software by experienced and fast developers. Our team is at the forefront of technological advances and innovations, working with top-notch platforms and frameworks. We believe quality is more important than co ... read more about Code&Care

    "Excellent company, high quality staff, extremely dedicated and work to complete the task."
    Murray Rigluth, Head of Special Operations at at HUBX
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2015
    Austin, Texas
  • Iflexion

    Custom Software. Advanced Web & Mobility Solutions
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    Since 1999, Iflexion has been helping companies across various industries optimize their business processes through custom software solutions. With a well-coordinated team of 850+ IT professionals, Iflexion serves their customers worldwide regardless of their operation domain, geographical location and organizational s ... read more about Iflexion

    "Development team with exceptional expertise and responsiveness"
    Jimmy Carlisle, Director of Audit at Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    1999
    Denver, Colorado
  • It-Jim

    Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Experts
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    It-Jim is a leading AI company primarily focusing on computer vision and natural language processing (NLP) development and AI-powered mobile applications. We are experts in Custom computer vision development: image segmentation, pattern recognition, object detection and tracking, face detection and r ... read more about It-Jim

    "Amazing AI / computer vision team, will continue working with them!"
    Cameron King, Product Manager II at Microsoft
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2015
    Kharkiv, Ukraine
  • Technoloader Pvt Ltd

    Top Rated Blockchain Development Company
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    Technoloader is a leading cryptocurrency and blockchain development company with an established track record of prompt and professional service delivery across several IT domains. As a company with more than 6 years of IT expertise, we have created major innovative and cutting-edge solutions with modern technologies ac ... read more about Technoloader Pvt Ltd

    "Brilliant service at the best price"
    Ronan
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2017
    Jaipur, India
  • Hashthink Technologies

    One-stop shop for software & web development needs
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    Hashthink Technologies has a decade of expertise in AI, software, mobile and web development firm, utilising thought-provoking ideas, techniques, and strategies for delivering its services that fits modern digital business requirements. The company has been specializing in custom software development, web dev ... read more about Hashthink Technologies

    "The outcome of the project was beyond any of our expectations"
    Ahammed Jamil, Founder & Design Director at Camel Design
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Toronto, Canada
  • End-to-end eCommerce website development and infrastructure solutions for B2B, B2C, and D2C proven by our 1000+ happy clients in 170 countries. We develop eCommerce solutions using popular frameworks and cutting-edge technologies including headless development, Laravel development, and PWA for mobile app development ... read more about Simtech Development

    "Custom Development with Simtech"
    David McGuire, Managing Director at National Smoke Alarm Services
    NA
    50 - 249
    2005
    San Diego, California
  • Yellow

    Business-First Approach to Software Development
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    Unlike most other firms, we take business needs first, making cutting-edge tech work for the goals of your company. We are great at web and native mobile engineering. Good, efficient architecture is king. Your product should be scalable, maintainable and future-proof, and we'll make it happen. One of our core ... read more about Yellow

    "Building a Chat for a Call Center App — Their experience is outstanding"
    Vladimir Gorin, Co-founder & CEO at at Twinslash
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2015
    San Francisco, California
  • Radency

    We engineer software with Radical Efficiency
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    Radency provides full-cycle development services covering every aspect of building digital products. We aim at maximizing development ROI through continuous delivery, meaningful communication and keeping clients’ business goals at the heart of what we do. Result Focused, not Hours Focused: we achieve maximum e ... read more about Radency

    "Fantastic team with talented, hard-working engineers"
    Claudia Stiefel, Vice President Operations at n8n
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2020
    Lviv, Ukraine
  • OneSource Team

    We help EdTech startups to develop web projects
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    Our product team has provided full development service for over 450 products with 200 worldwide clients since 2007.  Mainly we work with EdTech startups & companies to help them: – develop and validate business ideas – launch MVP and continue to expand the products We are more than jus ... read more about OneSource Team

    "Custom CRM development"
    Vlad Komovich, 🚀 A-Z Software Development & Design – BDM at @Peiko at Peiko
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • TechAvidus

    Building Custom Software, web and mobile solutions
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    TechAvidus is Top Rated Custom Software development & Digital Marketing agency, with a focus on Web Development, Mobile App development, custom software development, and digital marketing services (SEO, PPC, and Social Media Marketing). Our relentless focus on our clients has led us to over 150 5-star reviews si ... read more about TechAvidus

    "TechAvidus team was highly responsive & professional"
    Kelvin Welbourne, Executive Vice President at epulse
    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
    Chicago, Illinois
  • Ficus Technologies

    Taking tech solutions to the next level
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    Ficus Technologies - we are a progressive software company known for our ability to turn the concepts of both large corporations and growing startups into real digital solutions. Since our founding in 2012, we have worked to combine adaptive, purpose-driven methodologies with the latest technological advancements and a ... read more about Ficus Technologies

    "Ficus Technologies transformed our e-learning vision into reality."
    Dominic Rowell, Chief Executive Officer at Lingoda
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2012
    Lviv, Ukraine
  • HQSoftware

    IoT, AR, VR, and custom software development
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    HQSoftware is a trusted international custom software developer that brings Digital Transformation into your business. We specialize in IoT, Big Data, AI, Machine Learning, AR and VR solutions, web and mobile application development, and provide dedicated development teams to help you evolve. We deliver all-around serv ... read more about HQSoftware

    "Overall enjoyable experience, but outcome depends on which consultants you are working with."
    Rüdiger Lincke, CTO at at DueDive AB,
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2001
    NYC, New York
  • Gecko Dynamics

    Experts in web & custom software development
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    Gecko Dynamics is a custom software development company with headquarters and main development department located in Kraków, Poland. The company is specialized in development of custom web applications such as: SaaS products Business Process Management systems B2C portals Project recovery from poor p ... read more about Gecko Dynamics

    "Diligent and dedicated partner!"
    David Mahoney, Founding Director at Executive Science
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2002
    Krakow, Poland
  • Powercode

    Software Development Advice and Assistance
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    Powercode is an innovative web and mobile application development company. Our goal is to stay on top of the rapidly changing tech trends and deliver up-to-date software solutions for our client's ideas. Сompany team includes over 100 engineers with deep expertise in more than 25 advanced and trusted programmin ... read more about Powercode

    "Great work!"
    Александр Киценко, Управляющий партнер at 4E CONSULTING
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2015
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Osiz Technologies P LTD

    Crypto Exchange & Blockchain Development Company
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    Osiz Technologies Pvt Ltd, An CMMI - Level 3 Software Development Company determined to deliver an absolute software based IT solutions for Start-ups, Entrepreneurs, Businesses and Industries. Osiz undergoes continuous research and be in constant update with the latest cutting-edge technologies to leverage th ... read more about Osiz Technologies P LTD

    "Best Crypto exchange platform provider"
    Mathew benze, PM at crypex
    $50 - $99/hr
    250 - 999
    2009
    Madurai, India
  • smartData Enterprises is a leading global contract software consulting organization providing IT business consulting. With 5 offices across the US, Australia, and India, smartData has been working to deliver onto client expectations and timelines for the last 20 years. We have delivered over 8000+ projects in the ... read more about smartData Enterprises

    "Excellent Partner"
    Ben Rebbeck, Founding Director at
    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    1996
    Sydney, Australia
  • We are an Embedded design company with a full cycle of development (Hardware, Firmware, Mechanical design and Samples manufacturing ), from an idea to production.  We help our customers to design new products, it could be a full design (Hardware, Firmware, Mechanical design, Mobile App) and could be just a part o ... read more about Droid technologies LLC

    "Excellent resource partner on many successful software and firmware projects with GOT Interface."
    Steve
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Fulcrum

    Award-Winning Design & Development Partner
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    Fulcrum is a design & development agency focused on working with HealthTech startups. We build MVP & digital products for many startups from US & Europe, taking care of each product as if it’s our own. Why you will love working with us? Startup synergy (iterative, agile workflow) Healthtech ... read more about Fulcrum

    "Efficient and Lean: Fulcrum Delivers Exceptional Results with a Cost-Effective Approach"
    Tor Goffer, Managing Director at HOER LIVE
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2017
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Ingenious Agency

    We build successful digital healthcare products
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    Ingenious is a digital product design and development firm specializing in creating successful digital healthcare products. We provide deep expertise in developing software with interoperability requirements with other medical equipment or software platforms using industry-wide standards (ASTM, HL7/FHIR), HIPAA-comp ... read more about Ingenious Agency

    "The team is communicative, organized, and proactive. Customers can expect a solid and reliable team. "They’re definitely one of the best teams I’ve worked with""
    Michael McCrary, Director Of Product Development at Fertility PRO
    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Denver, Colorado
  • Smart Sight Innovations is a pre-eminent and dependable cross-platform mobile app development company.  We are passionate about designing and implementing state-of-the-art technology to foster trade, establish proven business mechanisms, and implement outstanding mobile application development solutions to ... read more about Smart Sight Innovations

    "Best CRM software developed by Smart Sight Innovations for our company."
    Aman Dcosta, Account Executive at trendzy
    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2014
    Mumbai, India
  • SOLTECH

    Custom Software Development & IT Staffing
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    SOLTECH is a leading national technology company based in Atlanta. Driven by a steadfast commitment to integrity, strong company values, and customer centricity, SOLTECH has achieved national recognition and success.   Over the past 25 years, SOLTECH has emerged as a trusted technology partner for numerous orga ... read more about SOLTECH

    "Very understanding and supportive team! "
    Linda Trocano, Senior VP at Next Marketing
    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    1998
    Atlanta, Georgia
  • KMS Solutions empowers digital enterprises by leveraging software engineering excellence, digital capabilities, specialized accelerators, and fit-for-purpose solutions. This software development outsourcing company works with high-end enterprises, including ISVs, Banks, Financial Services, Insurance Institutions, FinTe ... read more about KMS Solutions

    "The team has demonstrated excellent responsiveness in their project management."
    Mary Nguyen, Multimedia Designer at Hands On IT
    NA
    250 - 999
    2019
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Blackthorn Vision

    BUILDING A BETTER FUTURE THROUGH DIGITAL EVOLUTION
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    Our company was founded in 2009 in L'viv, Ukraine, as a custom software development provider, specializing in Microsoft tech stack. Now Blackthorn Vision is a dynamically growing global outsourcing partner with deep expertise in a variety of leading-edge technologies and a portfolio of projects across multiple ... read more about Blackthorn Vision

    "Accessible streaming platform"
    Nick Temple
    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Khmel'nyts'kyy, Ukraine
  • Agile Infoways is one of the leading IT solutions & services provider company. We have strong competencies in Mobile App Development, Web App Development, Blockchain, AI, ML, AR/VR, UI/UX, and more. We have 17+ years of global presence in the USA & India for delivering custom solutions for small, medium & ... read more about Agile Infoways LLC

    "Excellent Web Application For Lead Management "
    Marc Coll, Bussines Owner at Think one business solutions
    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    2006
    Coral Springs, Florida
  • Simform

    Digital Product Engineering and Talent Solutions
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    Simform is a digital product engineering and IT talent solutions company with a mission to solve complex software engineering problems. Since 2010, our team of 1000+ experts has helped businesses elevate their value through our development services. Our flexible global delivery center transforms your engineering fro ... read more about Simform

    "Great Communication, fair prices, team is friendly and truly seems to care about the success of your project and business."
    Melanie Wertzberger, Founder at at Shaka
    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    2010
    Ahmedabad, India
  • NMG Technologies

    Transforming Startups into Industry Leaders
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    NMG is a globally recognized digital solutions powerhouse, specializing in full-cycle software development since 2008. With over 15 years of expertise, we serve a diverse clientele, from NASDAQ-listed corporations to innovative startups, delivering solid solutions within budget and timelines. Our team comprises over 15 ... read more about NMG Technologies

    "Fantastic experience"
    Tyler Howells , Founder & President at Cozy Earth LLC
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Helpful Insight Pvt Ltd. is a world-renowned web & mobile application Development Company based in India. We cater to the needs of multiple international clients for building a mobile application or creating a stunning website from scratch. We also take up projects to completely revamp your existing mobil ... read more about Helpful Insight Pvt. Ltd.

    "We wanted them to do this job wonderfully and professionally. They are really reliable service partner"
    Sapna Bajaj, Founder & CEO at Pinklithium Tech Start-up
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2015
    Jaipur, India
  • Mobilunity

    Nearshore Dedicated Development Teams
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    Mobilunity is a global provider of IT outsourcing and outstaffing solutions. We assist business to control and cut expenses extending their development teams within the shortest period of time and at an all-inclusive rate. Serving customers from various industries and countries we also provide custom development and de ... read more about Mobilunity

    " Trusted and Reliable Partner"
    Dessie Zaharieva
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2010
    Kyiv, Ukraine

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), and what are its phases?

SDLC, or Software Development Life Cycle, is a systematic process for building top-quality software quickly and cost-effectively. SDLC has seven phases, which are:

  • Outlining the requirements
  • Analyzing
  • Architectural Designing
  • Software development
  • Software Testing/auditing
  • Deployment
  • Maintenance

What is a custom software development company?

As the name suggests, a custom software development company provides customized software services solutions to businesses specifically and uniquely tailored to their needs. They deliver top-quality software solutions uniquely designed and developed considering the client's requirements. They can also redesign existing software to personalize and improve its functioning, productivity, and performance.

What are the different types of software development methodologies?

Mainly, there are four types of software development methodologies: Agile, DevOps, Waterfall, and Rapid application development.

  • Agile: Agile software development is more flexible. It is carried out in iteration. So, it is easy to make changes in a specific module without affecting or interfering with the entire development process. Various forms of agile development include Scrum, Extreme Programming (XP), feature-driven development (FDD), and Crystal.
  • DevOps Development: The DevOps software development process integrates both the software development team + IT operations for faster and continuous code development. The idea behind DevOps is to improve efficiency throughout the development cycle while minimizing risks and reducing costs.
  • Waterfall: Waterfall is a traditional software development methodology, and it is carried out in a sequential manner. It is essential that each phase in a waterfall model must be fully completed before beginning the next step. Its linear nature makes the development process slow and costly.
  • Rapid application development (RAD): Rapid application development focuses on quick software development with less emphasis on planning. The modules are created based on rapid prototyping and iterative development methods.

Other popular software development methodologies are the prototype method, lean method, and dynamic system development model.

What services do software development companies provide?

Software development agencies provide a wide range of services right from consulting, planning, front-end design, back-end development, deployment, testing, etc. Popular services include custom software development, mobile app development, web development, IT security services, infrastructure development, etc. Most of the best software development companies offer a complete set of customized development solutions. They can also help with software testing, app maintenance, API development and integration, data backup and recovery, software deployment, software migration, system integration, cloud computing, DevOps automation, prototyping, maintenance and support services.

Which programming language do software developers use?

Software developers use different programming languages depending upon the project's complexity, functionalities, back end and front-end needs. For front-end software development, developers mostly use HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Software development service providers mainly rely on PHP, C++, Python, Java and Node.js for back-end development purposes. Apart from these, other languages that are popularly used based on the project requirements are Ruby, Scala, Kotlin, Django, Dart, Golang, etc.

Best software developers use a wide variety of programming languages, depending on the type of software they are developing and the specific tasks they need to accomplish. Some of the most popular programming languages among software developers include:

  1. Java: Being the oldest, Java is an exemplary server-side application development language. It first offered the revolutionary concept of WORA, "write once, run anywhere." The software developers access the numerous tools and technology the Java library provides to build robust, complex, and scalable server-side software. Its popularity is also due to its high cross-platform compatibility.
  2. PHP: PHP is an object-oriented programming language. There is an extensive range of open-source PHP frameworks. These frameworks enable the addition of sophisticated features and functionalities into the app without writing prolonged codes. Multiple PHP development tools enhance efficiency during coding. It also speeds up customized app development while simplifying maintenance.
  3. Python: Python has advanced to become one of the major web programming languages in this era. Many academic institutes have incorporated Python as a premier software development language for creating Artificial Intelligence and machine learning-based applications. Python can function as an object-oriented scripting language for a large project.
  4. C#: C# follows the concept of C. Hence, developers with an understanding of C Programming can effortlessly grasp the concepts of C# as well. It is easily integrated with Windows, making it a prime language for web application and cross-application development. Unlike its namesake, C/C++, C# does not permit pointer types, making it safer.
  5. JavaScript: For over five years, most software developers, to some extent, have used JavaScript to code the application. JavaScript is a powerful scripting language that allows developers to decide on suitable features to incorporate within the software. It helps create interactive software applications by developing apt UI for the client and server sides. The most significant advantage of using this language is that it is compatible with all browsers.

What frameworks do software development companies generally use for development?

A few popular frameworks full-stack software development agencies use include Laravel, Meteor, React JS, Node JS and Express.js, Django, Spring Boot, Graph QL, Ruby on Rails, Flask, jQuery, and Symphony. Each framework is unique and different in its features and is selected based on factors like programming language support, ready-to-use components, speed, security, scalability, and performance.

How do AI and cloud computing help to improve software development projects?

Technologies like AI and cloud computing have helped software development projects improve to a large extent. AI has proved to be a game changer for software development companies, speeding up the development and testing process with strategic and more informed decisions. With precise estimates and access to real-time feedback, AI can help developers build world-class software solutions. The adoption of cloud computing greatly reduces the cost of expensive hardware. Also, cloud computing assists developers in building scalable and flexible products.

How to find a leading software development company?

It is vital to thoroughly analyze the best software development companies to find the ideal partner. However, weighing their capabilities without knowing which selection criteria to study can be challenging. While shortlisting a software development company, consider the following benchmarks:

  • Expertise: Most companies have a clear idea of the type of platform and technology stack they plan on incorporating into their software before the start of the project. Therefore, they must hire software developers with a specific skill set and specialize in using those software development tools and technologies. For example, to create software in Java programming, consider selecting the best software development company with expert Java developers with extensive knowledge of the top Java Frameworks such as Apache Nutch, Drools, AppFuse, etc.
  • Experience: Decision-makers must opt for the best custom software development company that possesses hands-on experience in projects related to their industry. For instance, if a firm plans to develop an eCommerce application, choose top software developers with previous experience designing such software. This way, businesses can ensure the software quality satisfies their requirements. Moreover, while outsourcing, clients must focus on service providers with previous experience working with remote teams. This offers insight into their ability to handle off-shore projects.
  • Reviews: Apart from their experience, clients must examine past clients’ feedback to the software development agency. This thoroughly explains the software development firm’s processes and service quality. Apart from requesting references from existing and previous clients, business owners can also explore third-party review and rating platforms, such as GoodFirms, to receive genuine customer feedback.
  • Agility: The project requirement is bound to evolve during software development. Ensuring the software developer for hire is flexible enough to adapt to the change is vital. This can be determined by studying their approach toward adopting new technology and their ability to scale the project and offer flexible pricing models. The software developer must be ready to embrace innovations as required to satisfy the demands and expectations of their clients.
  • Easy Exit Process: After the completion of the project, the top software development companies ensure a smooth and hassle-free transfer of the software and related information. However, it is wise to partner with a firm that offers seamless transition by timely transferring documentation and best practices to avoid miscommunication. Moreover, select the top software development agency willing to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement to safeguard confidential data.

Once you identify a few suitable software development firms, you can contact them to discuss their comprehensive project requirements, strategies, deadlines, budget, and availability in your time zone to choose the perfect custom software development agency for your project.

How much does it cost to hire software developers?

GoodFirms research depicting the valuable stats and trends on software development exhibited an estimated cost for software development projects based on their functionality.

  • Experienced software developers charge less than $20,000 to design basic-functionality software.
  • Software having general utility costs somewhere between $20,000 to $40,000.
  • Software with above-average complexity features can be delivered at a price range of $40,000 - $60,000.
  • Custom software development companies working on complex and feature-rich applications can quote a price of over $60,000.

How much time does a software development company take to develop software?

The time taken to build software mainly depends on its complexity.

  • Basic Software: They can be built in less than 2 months, but their functionality is considerably simple.
  • Medium Complexity Software: This software has more complicated features and can be deployed within 2 - 6 months.
  • High Complexity Software: Creating software of this level can take more than 6 months due to incorporating intricate architecture, security solutions, multiple integrations, and many more.

Do software companies offer local project managers for overseas project development?

Yes, most software companies often offer project managers for overseas project development. Having a local project manager can be beneficial in bridging communication gaps, coordinating relevant information to set project goals, facilitating project planning, and ensuring that the project aligns with clients' expectations to achieve success.

Do software developers integrate off-the-shelf software?

Yes, software developers do integrate off-the-shelf software. During the software development process, it is not feasible to custom-create all the software features, especially when the project is cost and time bound. A simple plugin or off-the-shelf software offloads all the burden of maintenance, fixing bugs, and upgrades. It helps developers to focus on the core functionalities of the software and increase the speed of software development.

What are the common development challenges faced by software developers?

Software development is an overwhelming process and requires meticulous planning to complete the project successfully. But besides all the planning and precautions, there are a few common challenges that developers can encounter during the software development process, which include managing change requirements, scope creep, third-party API integrations, lack of team collaboration, fragmented testing plan, overlooking security loopholes, and delay in the project due to lack of resources and budget.

Should I hire an in-house team or outsource software developers for my project?

The following factors can help you decide whether you should hire an in-house software development team or outsource software developers from the best software development companies.

  • If you hire an in-house team, they will exclusively work on your project. This provides you with better control over your development team and project.
  • A major challenge with hiring an in-house team is that you will need to invest significant time and resources in recruiting, training, and managing the software development team.
  • If you outsource your company’s software development needs to the top custom software development companies, you can get the benefits of highly skilled and experienced software developers with global exposure. The software development outsourcing company will take full responsibility for your project at an affordable, committed cost. Moreover, they will follow the timelines and deadlines.
  • There are some challenges too in outsourcing your software development project, including choosing the right software development partner from the numerous providers available, communication issues if the company is from a different location and time zone, and budget issues as service providers can typically have hidden costs.

What are the key considerations to keep in mind when reviewing software companies?

The key considerations to keep in mind when reviewing software companies are as follows:

  • Company’s background and experience to determine the number of years in development
  • Software companies’ portfolios to identify the type of software developed by them
  • The expertise of the developers
  • Soft skills include communication, project management, creative thinking, risk mitigation, etc.
  • Reviews and ratings on different B2B listing platforms
  • Time zone and location to prevent any conflicts in effective collaboration
  • Overall development process, including technologies used in design, testing, deployment and launch
  • Post-deployment support and maintenance

Through these key considerations, you can select the best software company for your business needs while saving significant time, money and effort.

What is the difference between commercial and custom software development?

Commercial software is generally developed for bulk distribution that is easily available in the stores or online. Custom software is made specifically for a business to be used by its specific set of customers. While commercial software solutions are standardized and made to comply with the mass market, custom software solutions require a dedicated team to design and develop software tailored to a particular organizational need.

Who are the best-rated Software Development Companies on GoodFirms?

The top-rated Software Development Companies on GoodFirms, based on verified client reviews and ratings, include:

These companies are known for providing exceptional services and consistently receiving client praise.