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List of the Best Software Development Companies & Developers

  • Inoxoft

    IEC-ISO 27001, Google, Microsoft certified Company
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    Inoxoft is your dedicated partner in custom software development. With a passion for turning clients' business ideas into reality, we specialize in delivering innovative solutions across diverse industries, including Healthcare, Fintech, Education, Logistics, Real Estate, and Blockchain. We understand that ... read more about Inoxoft

    "They displayed exceptional technical prowess and dedication throughout the project"
    Dan Cornell, Vice President and CIO at Altria
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2014
    Lviv, Ukraine
  • Adexin

    Scalable custom logistics solutions
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    Since 2011, Adexin is a full-stack software development and consulting company. Our mission is to accumulate knowledge and skills to get our clients and their company the maximum value from the ever-evolving tech and business world. We provide top-notch, scalable logistics solutions that are tailor-made to suit the spe ... read more about Adexin

    "Over 6 years of custom software development for our client in UK"
    Andrey Aminov, Resource manager at Altoros
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2011
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • HumanIT is a global digital product consulting team that partners with small and medium companies to help them achieve their business goals using emerging technologies. Our team core principle is a deep foundation in designing and delivering mobile apps with thoughtful, technological solutions that helps companies m ... read more about Human Interface Technologies

    "Outstanding service"
    Rytis Roche
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Munich, Germany
  • SotaTek

    Leading SDaaS & Blockchain Development Company
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    SotaTek is a part of Sota Holdings, a global Software Development as a Service (SDaaS) & IT Consulting group with 7 international offices in Vietnam, the US, Australia & Japan. We deliver sustainable App), , ,  with success guaranteed. With Software Development &&n ... read more about SotaTek

    "Fast delivery and high quality work that went beyond our expectation!"
    Harris Nguyen, Software Development Engineer II at Amazon
    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    2015
    Ha noi, Vietnam
  • Dengo Systems

    IT company - Web and Mobile development
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    DENGO Systems - is an IT company which has existed since 2012 and has a great number of successful projects. Our main areas of work are: automatization for businesses, web development of any type, development of mobile applications, creation of individual design and corporate identity for the company, fixing extremely ... read more about Dengo Systems

    "Custom built modern CMS by Dengo Systems"
    parry Tam
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2012
    Wroclaw, Poland
  • 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
  • Snotor

    Delivering results. Efficiently and effectively
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    Snotor provides a full range of custom software development services, with a focus on web development in FinTech and E-commerce industries. With 14 years of experience and 400+ projects delivered, we have already helped companies across industries conduct their digital shift. Headquartered in Riga, Latvia, we are po ... read more about Snotor

    "Very satisified with the results"
    Angela Champness, Director at Lifestyle Interactive
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2007
    Riga, Latvia
  • 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
  • Zamratech

    Your Gateway to Tech Excellence
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    We offers a comprehensive suite of digital services. From web design and development to mobile app development, software development, and cross-platform app development, we cover all your needs. Our expertise extends to game development. We also provide managed cloud hosting, software, and mobile app maintenance, white ... read more about Zamratech

    "Software Development"
    Mike Son, Chief Executive Officer at Magic Eden at Magic Eden
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2015
    Cincinnati, Ohio
  • Ropstam Solutions Inc.

    Empowering Web, Mobile & Software Development
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    Ropstam Solutions Inc. is a dynamic technology company with its headquarters in Canada and software house operations in Pakistan and India. Distinguishing itself from competitors, Ropstam offers a comprehensive range of offshore services, specializing in software development, website development, mobile app development ... read more about Ropstam Solutions Inc.

    "EXCELLENT WORK"
    philips banks, Senior HR Director at CooperSurgical at CooperSurgical
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2009
    Milton, Canada
  • ThirstySprout

    Build top-tier tech teams with ThirstySprout
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    Scaling? ThirstySprout builds remote engineering teams for some of the fastest-growing tech companies in the world. We consistently hire the most talented and seasoned engineers from emerging markets who are passionate about building world-class products. Our close-knit remote engineering teams have helped build ... read more about ThirstySprout

    " Enhancing Efficiency in Purchasing Processes with Custom Software Development from Thirstsprout. "
    Michael Caveny, Director of Purchasing at M.J. Kellner Foodservice
    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2018
    Seattle, Washington
  • Sombra

    Custom software development that makes you happy
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    Sombra is a global technology consulting company. Since 2013, we've been helping mid-sized businesses to deliver quality software on time and on budget. With two development centers in Eastern Europe and Latin America, we have over 300+ tech talents ready to utilize their technology, process and domain expertise ... read more about Sombra

    "Good Compony"
    Alex Gekht
    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    2013
    Lviv, Ukraine
  • Innowise Group

    ✅ IT Outsourcing & Staff Augmentation since 2007
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    Innowise Group is an international full-cycle software development company with key delivery centers in Eastern Europe and offices worldwide. Our team has over 800 top-notch IT professionals, leveraging their software engineering expertise to make the businesses of our customers more innovative and successful. By co ... read more about Innowise Group

    "Highly Recommended"
    Richmond Dugger, Chariman and CEO at Lavarient Holdings, Ltd. at Lavarient Holdings, Ltd.
    $50 - $99/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    2007
    Saint Petersburg, Florida
  • Reckonsys Tech labs Private Limited

    Delivering Delightful Digital transformations...
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    Reckonsys is a boutique software product development services firm specialized in creating uncommon solutions for common problems by making use of the right technologies and best practices. Reckonsys works with Startup founders to build their MVP’s and with existing Enterprises to help solve interesting problems. ... read more about Reckonsys Tech labs Private Limited

    "Their development quality is good and their costs are low."
    Devendra Khandegar, Founder at kredily
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2015
    Bengaluru, India
  • Diffco

    Your trusted partner for software development
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    Diffco is a global software development and team augmentation company based in Silicon Valley. With over 15 years of experience delivering robust software solutions in mobile, web, and AI development, we are dedicated to accelerating and supporting your business's growth.   Why Diffco? For your proj ... read more about Diffco

    "Great process for development!"
    Lilia Borisova, head of operations at Aerostarter
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2008
    Sunnyvale, California
  • CitrusLeaf Software

    Award Winning Mobile App Development Company
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    CitrusLeaf Software, founded in 2014, is a leading software innovation lab. At CitrusLeaf, we believe that the biggest measure of our success as a software development company isn’t actually about our success, but yours. That’s why every part of CitrusLeaf is designed to help make your business wildly succe ... read more about CitrusLeaf Software

    "CitrusLeaf is reliable tech-partner for all development needs"
    Gaurav Rathi, Lead Design and Corporate Communication at UniqMove
    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Indore, India
  • Clarika Group

    Agile Nearshore Software Development Services
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    Who we are Founded in 2007, we have been helping our clients to empower their business with a digital transformation including Design, Product Engineering, Quality Assurance, Mobile, Web Development, Cloud, and AI. As a nearshore software development company, we leverage the best talent in South America with Agil ... read more about Clarika Group

    "We were impressed with The way they work with agile methodologies, dedication and effort."
    Julieta Sandrone, Co Founder at Co-Innova
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2007
    San Francisco, California
  • DjangoForce

    Django, Python, and Salesforce Specialists
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    We’re a full-stack software development company with certified Salesforce developers and Django/Python programming experts that focus on building beautiful web applications that integrate into Salesforce. We can be an addition to your existing team or bring your new software idea to life.

    "Incomplete, Over Budget, Off Schedule"
    David Brauner, Owner at OREP/Working RE Magazine
    $50 - $99/hr
    2 - 9
    2016
    Boise, Idaho
  • GermanStandard

    German Standard is a software development company
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    German Standard is a bespoke software development company that focuses on delivering high quality services and creating the best environment for its employees. We work for IT markets all over the globe. Our goal is to build teams based on German working principles: being self-organized, open-minded, proud, punctua ... read more about GermanStandard

    "Great experience of working with a Node.js engineer from GermanStandard"
    Vladimir Levenko, CTO & Co-founder – Kernelics LLC at Kernelics
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Minsk, Belarus
  • PineDev Studio

    We are code. We are design. We are salvation.
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    Hello, we are PineDev, and welcome to the party! Disclaimer: This is not just another out-source company. We are born to bring ideas to life, saving up your time and peace for things that really matter.  Is it a website, mobile app or just a holiday postcard. We make it happen! Through expertis ... read more about PineDev Studio

    "Node.JS Websocket API and Laravel and Vue.JS Menu System"
    Michael Sturgill
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Kharkiv, Ukraine
  • Protonshub Technologies

    Award-Winning Mobile App & Web Development Company
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    Protonshub Technologies is a CMMI Level 5 mobile & web app development company, working towards building exceptional and innovative digital solutions for all types of businesses. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Indore. Protonshub Technologies has a team of skilled professionals, working t ... read more about Protonshub Technologies

    "Great Team"
    Rick Great
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2018
    Mountain View, California
  • Axios

    Custom Software, done well
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    Axios is an experienced and certified software development firm. We’re not all things to all people – we specialise in business improvement software projects. We’re flexible, approachable and responsive. While we may not be the cheapest on the market by hourly rate, we deliver great outcomes without h ... read more about Axios

    "Great provider"
    Jeremy Stones, Chief Operating Officer at HPS (Pharmacy Service Provider)
    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2002
    Adelaide, Australia
  • Cosairus is a software engineering and consulting firm that provides custom software and support for businesses. We have been helping our clients develop and improve upon their business processes for nearly ten years. It is our mission to provide you with the most flexible, on time and budget solutions to meet your nee ... read more about Cosairus

    "These Guys are more than just a vendor."
    Rodney Ekstrom, VP Information Technology at Supplemental Health Care
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    1999
    Atlanta, Georgia
  • Start Matter

    A satisfied customer is the best business strategy
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    Founded in 2014, Start Matter is a successful custom software development company. Our specialization is web and mobile development for early stage startup companies. Our customers range from startup to commercial from all over the world. Over the years, we have worked in such domains as: legaltech, fintech, martech an ... read more about Start Matter

    "A phenomenal web development company"
    Zeev Fisher, Founder at Pekama
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Minsk, Belarus
  • EZtek Software

    Top Software Development Companies in Vietnam
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    Our story began in 2011 with a small team a big vision: to empower organizations across the globe with custom software development from concept to completion. Behind the scenes, a team of project managers, developers and creatives come together to create great software tailored to the needs of our clients across dif ... read more about EZtek Software

    "Great partner in building quality products"
    Tanmay Bhola, Senior Director of Product and Design at at RateIt
    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2011
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Vavatech

    Software house, which makes IT happen.
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    Helpfulness and experience. These two words perfectly describe Vavatech, which have delivered remarkable Java and JEE solutions since 2005. Our employees are Java/JEE specialists, holding a Computer Science degree from the University of Warsaw - the leader of European schools of technology. The company is focused ... read more about Vavatech

    "Mam Prawo Wiedzieć"
    Anna Ścisłowska, Event Manager at Career EXPO Poland
    NA
    10 - 49
    2003
    Warszawa, Poland
  • STREAMS Solutions

    Transform Lives Through Technology
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    STREAMS Solutions is a team of experts, changing the approach through cloud-based system integration. We are on a mission to transform lives through technology for our clients and employees. A premier Oracle NetSuite Service Expert, We are a certified implementation partner with Dell Boomi and Celigo. Integrating da ... read more about STREAMS Solutions

    "They are good to go as your Preferred IT Partner"
    Mamoona Dey, NetSuite Consultant at Cognizant
    NA
    10 - 49
    2018
    Sterling, Virginia
  • 4i Tech

    Taiwan Software Outsourcing
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    Since 2010, we have been learning from our worldwide client base. We deliver high-quality and dependable IT solutions. Our sweet spot is mid-size to large projects. Our Taiwan-based development team encompasses 4 nationalities, and we speak a combined 7 languages. Our biggest project experience is in blockchain deve ... read more about 4i Tech

    "Working with 4iTech was a breeze."
    Micheal Roy, Sales Associate at Encore
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2010
    Taipei City, Taiwan
  • Capital Numbers

    Your End-to-End Digital Transformation Partner
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    Trusted by 150 global brands, Capital Numbers is India's award-winning best software development company. They have over 700 employees, including the top 1% of software developers in India. The technologies they work with include  Java, PHP, AngularJS, NodeJS, C#, Python, .Net, Laravel, and ReactJS. They ... read more about Capital Numbers

    "Great experience working with them!"
    Abtin Janinejad, Co-founder & CTO at @pembio
    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    2012
    Kolkata, India
  • Magneto is an award-winning eCommerce agency. Our core competencies lie in developing market-leading end-to-end B2C, B2B, B2B2B, B2B2C, D2C, and Marketplace eCommerce solutions. We are Exclusive Partners with leading B2B eCommerce platforms like Oro Inc. and with Fabric & Commerce Tools for Composbale (Headless) Co ... read more about Magneto IT Solutions

    "Revolutionizing Manufacturing Operations: Magneto Solutions Powers Lallemand's Digital Transformatio"
    Christophe Lallemand, Senior manager at Lallemand
    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2009
    NYC, New York
  • Asabix is a web development company based in Poland and Ukraine. Since 2017, we have brought our expertise to various business domains worldwide, successfully launching projects in the USA, UAE, Ukraine, Lithuania, the Czech Republic, and other regions. We strive for perfection in every aspect of our work. The web p ... read more about Asabix

    "Exceeded our expectations on every front!"
    Anna Schmitz, CFO at Superior Vending Inc
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    Zhytomyr, Ukraine
  • NEC is a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies and brings more than 100 years of expertise in technological innovation to provide solutions for empowering people, businesses, and society. Headquartered in Japan, NEC started operations in India in the 1950s, accelerating its growth through the expansi ... read more about NEC Corporation India

    "A non-authoritarian leadership style is adopted at NEC"
    Jasbir Singh, Software Programmer at Nec Corporation India
    NA
    1,000 - 9,999
    1899
    Noida, India
  • eSparkBiz Technologies Pvt. Ltd

    One Stop Solution For Your Digital Success
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    eSparkBiz has established itself as a leading IT organization in the Software solution and web development sectors. Within a short span, the organization has admirably been recognized as a symbol of excellence concerning the successful development of mobile applications and website development. Governed by the enthusia ... read more about eSparkBiz Technologies Pvt. Ltd

    "Best Web Application Development Company By A Distance.!"
    Yogesh Surati, Project Manager at Hitech Outsourcing
    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Ahmedabad, India
  • ParamInfo

    Mobile App Development Company
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    ParamInfo is a globally renowned software service-providing company in India, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, and the USA, helping improve our client’s efficiency and support their global competitiveness. We provide end-to-end application development services to help you build an innovative app for Mobile application develo ... read more about ParamInfo

    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    2008
    Hyderabad, India
  • Webamboos

    We build tech products that scale
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    At Webamboos, we are passionate about helping startups and established brands bring their innovative ideas to life. We believe that every great product starts with a clear vision and a commitment to excellence, and that’s what we bring to every project we work on.   We understand that developing a digi ... read more about Webamboos

    "It was great working with webamboos. Was nice working with them."
    Paul Muntean, Founder & CEO at GuidefAI
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Timisoara, Romania
  • Infinite Open Source Solutions LLP

    No matter what problem is, we've infinite solution
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    Infinite Open Source Solutions LLP ( IOSS) is a custom software development company delivering web development, mobile application development and IT consulting services with more than10 years of successfully delivering end-to-end solutions.  IOSS has a great team of 50+ highly skilled IT experts. We have tremendo ... read more about Infinite Open Source Solutions LLP

    "Excellent and professional service"
    Abylaikhan K
    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2009
    Kozhikode, India
  • Exoft is a software development company that provides solutions to various business needs. After our first meeting in 2013, our team of skilled IT experts has built more than a hundred software systems regardless of their types and complexity. Fortunately, our numerous success stories speak for themselves. Since we con ... read more about Exoft

    "Professional, Solid Software Development Company With Strong Processes and Friendly Staff"
    Colin Stone, CTO & Product Architect at ANALEC
    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2013
    Lviv, Ukraine
  • Voypost

    Web & Mobile Development - React & React Native
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    Helping companies build the right digital solutions and products with the right people 🚀   Voypost is a Berlin-based Software Development and Staff Augmentation company that helps organisations to design and build the right digital solutions and products with the right people.   Since 2019, we ... read more about Voypost

    "Voypost helped us with new features for finance product"
    Alina Hura, Marketing Manager at Fuelfinance
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Berlin, Germany
  • Software Co

    Software Development Experts
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    At Software Co we build, manage & grow high performing software teams focused on technology & product lead growth. We've cracked the software development outsourcing code with our unique model that combines recruitment, managed operations, and cultural alignment — helping our clients scale their de ... read more about Software Co

    "Working on this software development project has been a transformative journey, bolstering our inven"
    Michelle Joseph, Head of Growth Markets and Sectors Marketing, Asia Pacific at JLL at JLL
    $100 - $149/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Sydney, Australia
  • MVP development. Faster than anywhere else. Don't have an extra $50k - $70k to test your business idea? It's a typical situation. A lot of companies will suggest spending this amount of money. But this approach is both bad and difficult. We can help you to do it for $10k or less. We believe, that all id ... read more about molfar.io

    "I feel like a valued customer, and the project manager and crew are very informed."
    Ian Elliott, Founder and CEO at Executive & Strategic Solutions
    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine
  • Cyber Infrastructure Inc.

    On mission to Enhance lives of Billions of users!
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    Our mission is to Empower and Enhance the lives of Billions of users through Profound technology solutions. We invite you to Think Big and join this movement as our Clients, Partners and Employees.   Our services are designed to take your business to the next level, re ... read more about Cyber Infrastructure Inc.

    "Reliable, Talented and dedicated group of engineers"
    Harsh Murari, Software Architect at at Visionify.ai
    < $25/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    2003
    San Jose, California
  • Django Stars

    Your partner in tech to empower product success
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    We are a company of digital product creators who drive our partners from product strategy and ideation to scaling. Our expertise includes full-cycle product development, tech consultancy, re-engineering and Cloud&DevOps services.  With more than 13-year expertise in Fintech, Proptech, Travel, Edtech, and Tr ... read more about Django Stars

    "Reviews for Django Stars"
    Adrian Talapan, CEO at Haystack Informatics
    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Digitalya

    Improve operations and open new markets
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    We create digital products and empower digital transformation for innovative companies using the less is more methodology. Made in Romania by the blue minded team at Digitalya agency.  

    "A solution provider of elite quality"
    Valentino Semeria
    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Iasi, Romania
  • Vyshnavi Information Technologies India Private Limited (VIT) is a global Information Technology Company established in the year 2001 with headquarters in Bangalore, having development centers in Bangalore, Pune, US and Canada. Our range of services includes Design, Development and Testing of software components for Pr ... read more about VIT

    "Excellent Service - Would highly recommend them"
    TCHEUGOUE DJEUGA
    $25 - $49/hr
    250 - 999
    2001
    Bengaluru, India
  • Don't rewrite your software application, modernize it.  Digital experience design and development for Financial Services brands with outdated technology. INDUSTRIES: Insurance, Lending, Wealth Management, Real Estate, Banking At Praxent we know you want to be a savvy, pragmatic innovation leader. In o ... read more about Praxent

    "Our journey was from a product company to a software company"
    Tyler Williams, Founder and CEO at Photomadic
    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    2000
    Austin, Texas
  • Konstant Infosolutions

    Top Mobile App Development Company in India
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    Konstant Infosolutions is a globally recognized mobile app development company delivering the best-in-class mobile app solutions. Having served businesses, startups, and enterprises across all industries, we have developed over 600 Android, iOS, Native, and hybrid mobile apps. Our team of 180+ professionals pos ... read more about Konstant Infosolutions

    "Good Experience/ Great Team"
    Christian Suarez
    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2003
    Jaipur, India
  • MobiDev

    Web and Mobile development, AI apps
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    To create a game-changing product, there’s a need to mix traditional software development and innovation. MobiDev is an award-winning software engineering company that delivers both classic and AI-powered Web and Mobile apps from scratch or integrates AI/ML components into existing systems. We offer you t ... read more about MobiDev

    "I'm very satisfied with their work and their attitude towards the work "
    Erfan Erken, QA Manager at at PWC
    $50 - $99/hr
    250 - 999
    2009
    Norcross, Georgia

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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.