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List of the Best Software Development Companies & Developers

  • Shinersoft

    Where Ideas Take Birth
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    Shinersoft is a software engineering firm who believes on the usage of latest tools and technology to serve their clients needs . We are expert level command over, TYPESCRIPT, , ANGULAR, .NET, SHAREPOINT, C#, JQUERY, ASP.NET CORE, MVC, ANDROID, IOS and Windows mobile apps. We are a big fan of Microsoft technologies tha ... read more about Shinersoft

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2007
    Karachi, Pakistan
  • Spectrum

    Meaningful experience
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    We offer our clients completely tailored software designed to tackle everyday tasks and complex operational challenges. We partner with a wide range of industries, and companies of all sizes to develop practical, meaningful solutions.

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    1995
    Wichita, Kansas
  • Village Software Engineering Limited

    We make software to improve business performance.
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    Village Software was established in 1986, and has been a permanent feature of the Liverpool IT scene ever since. Across development, management, and operations, we're a tight-knit team who enjoy working together, and our sense of ownership and pride in our work rubs off on clients, too. 

    $100 - $149/hr
    10 - 49
    1986
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
  • Elektrobit

    Global supplier of software services & products
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    Elektrobit (EB) is an award-winning and visionary global supplier of embedded and connected software products and services for the automotive industry. A leader in automotive software with over 30 years serving the industry, EB‘s software powers over 1 billion devices in more than 100 million vehicles and offe ... read more about Elektrobit

    $150 - $199/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    1988
    Vienna, Austria
  • Neocodis

    International-Quality-Affordable
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    Neocodis is a German-based software house offering specialized PLC programming and also more general customized web solutions to customers across the globe since 2008.We provide easy access to low-cost, high-tech IT skills whilst setting the industry standard for accuracy, quality and timely delivery of results.

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2008
    Brussels, Belgium
  • Sparkfish

    We Build Custom Software On Demand
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    We are 100% Dallas, Texas based development teams and we Build Custom Software to improve your business. Our experience stretches from Startups to Enterprise Companies building software solutions, mobile application development, software consulting. We can modernize your existing software systems and get them to curren ... read more about Sparkfish

    $150 - $199/hr
    10 - 49
    2002
    Addison, Texas
  • CIENET

    EMBRACE THE LATEST CONNECTED TECHNOLOGY
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    CIeNET Technologies is a leading technology service provider in the areas of technical consulting, software engineering and solution services. CIeNET has positioned itself as a premier global delivery partner with an increasing client base comprised of Multi-National Fortune 500 companies across Asia, Europe and North ... read more about CIENET

    $150 - $199/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    2000
    Beijing, China
  • Coffee and Code

    Software consulting to help grow and thrive.
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    Coffee and Code is more than a software development company; it's a vibrant community of tech enthusiasts and innovators. Our mission is to blend the love for coding with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee to fuel creativity. Based in the heart of innovation, Silicon Valley, we specialize in crafting exceptional we ... read more about Coffee and Code

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2006
    Akron, Ohio
  • Airship

    MORE THAN JUST ANOTHER TECH COMPANY.
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    Airship designs and develops custom web and mobile software applications for companies of all sizes. Our 3 core services — Mappings, Journeys, and Voyages — take our clients from idea to execution to growth using proven problem-solving techniques and the best software development practices. 

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2013
    Birmingham, Alabama
  • Infognana Solutions

    Transforming Businesses Globally
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    Infognana solutions was established with a vision to emerge as a best-in-class outsourcing and technology solutions destination for businesses worldwide. Our relentless efforts supported by a strong management with a combined experience of over 80 years in various industries have helped us evolve into a leading multidi ... read more about Infognana Solutions

    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    2000
    Coimbatore, India
  • Edsson

    Accelerate Your Software Development
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    Edsson is a full-scope IT Solutions Development & Consulting Company for fast-growing organizations around the world, focusing primarily but not limited to FinTech, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Supply Chain & Logistics. The company consists of the best A+ Experts, who are always ready to cover all of the IT aspec ... read more about Edsson

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Mine Softwares

    affordable software development
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    Mine Softwares Ltd is a Kenyan information technology company that specializes in providing internet related services. We offer affordable web design, website development and software development services to organizations across the globe. It's our constant endeavor to continue being the leader in providing client ... read more about Mine Softwares

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Nairobi, Kenya
  • Heapix

    Software Development Company
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    Heapix is а young growing product and service company from Belarus, Minsk. We are a development team with strong knowledge in our field.  We are not afraid of serious tasks and with great interest we undertake the implementation of complex projects We do: Java|Kotlin|Spring|AWS|Docker|Vue.js|Android|S ... read more about Heapix

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2018
    Minsk, Belarus
  • OSP Labs

    Empowering change with AI
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    OSP is a leading insights-as-a-service provider harnessing the dynamism of global health data to address today's healthcare challenges. Our mission is to organize, visualize, and remodel the global health data to help stakeholders to make faster and accurate decisions. We've most recently delved into the pro ... read more about OSP Labs

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    50 - 249
    2009
    Arlington, Texas
  • Totally.Tech

    Bespoke Software Development
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    We deliver bespoke software solutions to complex problems, creating value and efficiency for ambitious organisations. We can offer assistance throughout a projects life-cycle and beyond. Just let us know where you are in your process and we can provide you with the perfect team, at the perfect moment, for perfect re ... read more about Totally.Tech

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    10 - 49
    2001
    London, United Kingdom
  • FIT Software

    We create Flexible Innovative Targeted Software
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    In software development the professional quality of the staff is essential. Our company benefits of all prerequisites in order to provide services at highest quality. We can help you develop new projects offering a series of guarantees for the quality of our services, some of them being: •  No adva ... read more about FIT Software

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2017
    Bucharest, Romania
  • At Hashbrown we conceive and design intelligent solutions for small & medium enterprises across multiple industries in emerging markets including financial services, media, retail and consumer goods. Our ever-growing basket of services include Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Internet of Things and Cloud Se ... read more about Hashbrown Systems Private Limited

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2012
    Delhi, India
  • TravelPD

    Leading Travel Portal Development Company
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    We are the travel technology company, providing booking engines, web designs & development, mobile apps, GDS Integrations services for travel agencies, OTA’s, destination management companies, tour operators, consolidators, other travel companies. Our tech experts can manage the complete software development ... read more about TravelPD

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    10 - 49
    2010
    Bengaluru, India
  • Bliscore

    Custom Software Development for SMBs
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    BLISCORE is a custom software development company serving the clients since 2015. It all started with the team of three experienced developers as they embarked on a very ambitious journey to provide customers with an exceptional service. Now with more than 15 IT professionals on board, we still believe that adding a pe ... read more about Bliscore

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2015
    Lviv, Ukraine
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    NA
    50 - 249
    2002
    Champlin, Minnesota
  • Swift Elearning Services

    Top eLearning Content Development Solutions
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    Swift is an emerging e-learning services company providing technology-enabled eLearning solutions to the organizations across the globe. We design effective learning solutions tailored to address your specific business needs that translate to improved job performance or change behaviors. To achieve this, as eLearning p ... read more about Swift Elearning Services

    NA
    50 - 249
    2009
    Hyderabad, India
  • Angular Developer Team

    We Create a Concept into The Market
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    Hire Angular Developers - Outsource your Angular projects with the growing company in Angular Development on Hourly, Weekly or Monthly Basis Enable Us to Deliver Highly-Interactive & Data-Driven Angular Web Applications. We Hold Skilful Expertise in AngularJS, Angular 2.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 and 7.0 . Our pool of exp ... read more about Angular Developer Team

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    10 - 49
    2013
    Ahmedabad, India
  • Manao Software

    Software development with a twist
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    Manao Software is a custom software development outsourcing company located in Chiang Mai, Thailand. We are a modern Agile company, so instead of being yet another outsourced code factory, we focus on empowering our programmers. Instead of mindlessly churning out code, you can expect bright individuals with each the ... read more about Manao Software

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2007
    Chiang Mai, Thailand
  • Datacom

    Connecting people and technology
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    With over 6,200 people, and annual revenues of over $1.2 billion, Datacom is one of Australasia’s largest professional IT services companies. Datacom has extensive expertise in the operation of contact centres, data centres, the provision of IT services, software engineering and application management, as well as ... read more about Datacom

    $200 - $300/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    1965
    Perth, Australia
  • Litota Labs

    Developing software for your business
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    The key activity of our company is custom software development. We provide a full development cycle from requirements analysis and software solution design to implementing it to your system and technical support by our specialists. Our experience is based on successful software development for the largest Russian bo ... read more about Litota Labs

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2006
    Uljanovsk, Russia
  • Knoldus

    Engineering the Future of Software!
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    Knoldus is the world’s largest pure-play Scala and Spark company. We modernize enterprises through cutting-edge digital engineering by leveraging Scala, Functional Java and Spark ecosystem. Our mission is to provide reactive and streaming fast data solutions that are message-driven, elastic, resilient, and respon ... read more about Knoldus

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    50 - 249
    2010
    Delhi, India
  • IT Solutions Solved

    IT Solutions Melbourne company
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    IT Solutions Solved is your trusted partner in providing a transformative technical edge to businesses of all sizes. Based on a foundation of innovation and automation, we specialize in streamlining and enhancing your business processes. Whether you're a large enterprise, a medium-sized company, or a nimble startup ... read more about IT Solutions Solved

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2011
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Purchase Commerce

    Enriched by Node JS & Angular
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    Purchase Commerce is a Single Page Shopping Cart Application that’s enriched by top-notch frameworks - Angular7 and Node / Express Framework. The platform is lightweight, flexible, adaptable and scalable. It could evolve with the needs of the booming ecommerce industry. Purchase Commerce’s loosely coupled f ... read more about Purchase Commerce

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Coimbatore, India
  • Assioma.net group was founded in 1987 as an IT consultancy providing development and systems integration services. The principal markets in which we operate are Telecommunications, Finance and Public Administration as well as the Manufacturing and Service Industries. Assioma.net operates in a market that demands cons ... read more about Assioma.net

    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    1987
    Medolago, Italy
  • Congruent Global is an award-winning team of experienced IT development experts, delivering end-to-end services. Our Mission: Build motivated world-class teams and develop sustainable strategic client partnerships, delivering best-in-class technology solutions at the right cost. Our Vision: Happy Employees, ... read more about Congruent Global, Inc.

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
    New Jersey, New Jersey
  • u2i

    u2i is a full-service digital boutique
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    u2i is a full-service digital boutique with an innovative approach to both its clients and its employees. We partner with you from ideation to production, leveraging innovative technologies with a relentless focus on making you successful and creating the best value for the end user. Founded in NYC in 2000, we went ... read more about u2i

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    2000
    Jerzmanowice, Poland
  • Me2 Infotech

    You have complex ideas. We have the solution!
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    We are a group of professionals having the expertise to develop strategy, design, development, complex business solutions with ease of operations under the leadership of our promoter having more than 30 years of experience in IT sector.

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2018
    Delhi, India
  • Vega IT Sourcing

    Our people are our greatest value!
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    Vega IT is an experienced software development service provider that has been developing software solutions for 10 years for foreign markets. The company was founded in 2008 and is still led by its original founders. We are passionate about creating quality software products, and always excited, and eager to work ... read more about Vega IT Sourcing

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2008
    Novi Sad, Serbia
  • Benipal Technologies

    Enterprise Search Consultants. Solr Consulting
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    Enterprise Search Consulting and Enterprise Application Development for BI and Predictive Analysis with captive offshore teams and remote or on site delivery. Custom Search implementations with high performance integrated database and search server solutions.

    $150 - $199/hr
    2 - 9
    NYC, New York
  • Nodo

    Every Detail Matters
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    Consulting, design & development for brands with passion. We build digital products that transform experiences into growth for our partners.  We are an innovative team, committed to a personalized approach to customer service and cutting-edge design. Striving to help large companies, startups, and leading g ... read more about Nodo

    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2010
    San Diego, California
  • SKNG Services

    Inspire - Enable - Transform
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    SKNG Services aims to Inspire, Enable and Transform ICT delivery for the Australian ICT Marketplace by utilising Agile and DevOps methodologies and the latest industry offerings in Cloud and Continuous Development technologies.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    Canberra, Australia
  • Ceredox Technologies Pvt Ltd

    The Right IT Talent. Whenever. Wherever
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    As an emerging IT solutions company, Ceredox today brings together a great combination of expertise, efficacy and strategic thought process that aligns its business with the customer goals. To make it simple, every day we translate our vision statement into a simple phrase - Customer Delight! And there’s so much ... read more about Ceredox Technologies Pvt Ltd

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    50 - 249
    2007
    Hyderabad, India
  • VIAcode

    Cloud DevOps consulting
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    VIAcode builds and delivers commercial or “internal” software products that are “difference makers” for our customers. We radically enhance your technical capabilities by deploying world-class technologists throughout the software development lifecycle to meet your application needs on time and ... read more about VIAcode

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    2001
    West Hartford, Connecticut
  • New Age LTD. is a privately owned software development company based in Limassol, Cyprus. We take pride in offering world-class technology solutions for the forex, Binary, iGaming, Lottery and PSP industries, flawlessly developed for desktop, tablet and mobile devices. Our main goal is to architect beautifully designed ... read more about NewAge IO

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Rannsolve Inc

    INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR ALL YOUR TECHNOLOGY NEEDS
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    Rannsolve - a leading Information Technology and management consulting firm, helps client make use of information and technology to gain a competitive edge. Our profound technological expertise will service you with optimization of your operating environment in to a strategic asset, which will contribute to improved pe ... read more about Rannsolve Inc

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Allen, Texas
  • Moqlabs

    Lean Startup Ruby C# Python MVP SaaS Data Analytic
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    Software and Web Agency focused on building Minimal Viable Products (MVP) in Ruby on Rails, C# and Python.

    $50 - $99/hr
    2 - 9
    2018
    Kiel, Germany
  • JMR

    We want to code your success.
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    JMR is a custom software development company 👥 from Poland. We’re a full-stack team of over 40 developers, designers, and friends. Day and night, we enjoy new experiences. Our tech stack is Python (Django), C# (Microsoft.NET), and TypeScript (React.js). What’s more, our people use other popular techno ... read more about JMR

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2009
    Warsaw, Poland
  • Mintensive

    senior team - cutting edge results
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    We are a boutique mobile shop consisting of a product designer, backend- and and mobile developers. Our strong sides are complex algorithms (sound matching, machine learning, custom 3D visuals) and strong product thinking, so you don't just get developers but a complete, self-sufficient team. We love to work wit ... read more about Mintensive

    $50 - $99/hr
    2 - 9
    2012
    London, United Kingdom
  • SPR

    We are a technology modernization firm.
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    Growing companies know the right technology implementation is a balancing act: Address users’ expectations today while planning for tomorrow’s business demands. As a technology modernization firm, SPR helps companies strike that balance. We specialize in custom software development, cloud, data, and user ex ... read more about SPR

    $150 - $199/hr
    250 - 999
    1973
    Chicago, Illinois
  • Koukio Solutions

    Nearshoring Software Development Company
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    Koukio Solutions is a European software development company, and member of Provide Group. We have development and delivery centers at Spain, Belgium, Germany & The Netherlands with headquarters in Valencia, Spain. We provide nearshore, qualitative and affordable, software development solutions usi ... read more about Koukio Solutions

    NA
    10 - 49
    2012
    Valencia, Spain
  • ALANIS Software

    Saving your resources is our priority!
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    Actually, we are company specializing in OCR, image processing and related fields. So, depending on your needs we can be a developer working on a ready spec, analysis that will help formulate the requirements, architect to design a complex solution, etc. We have been constantly working with such OCR systems as ABBYY ... read more about ALANIS Software

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    Novosibirsk, Russia
  • Weberry Software

    We deliver knowledge and experience.
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    Weberry is a software house founded in 2019 in Kraków. We specialize in custom, Java and Cloud solutions  for startups, small-mid size companies and also corporate clients.

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Krakow, Poland
  • WBPRO LLC

    THROUGH IMAGINATIONâ„¢
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    WBPRO is a leading provider of information technology and business operation software services, for over 15 years we have been committed to helping the world's top companies expand into more dynamic businesses. WBPRO partners with clients to build multifaceted solutions, from concept to implementation, that help ... read more about WBPRO LLC

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2002
    Orlando, Florida
  • Pickcel

    Cloud Digital Signage Solutions
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    Pickcel is a cloud based Digital Signage solution. Pickcel is very easy to use and packed with powerful features to drive any digital signage requirement. Supports hosts of signage media player like Android, Chromebox, Fire TV Stick, LG WebOS, etc. Pickcel has developed Apps infrastructure to support contents like ... read more about Pickcel

    NA
    10 - 49
    2015
    Bengaluru, India
  • Infobizzs Services Pvt Ltd

    Revolutionize your business
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    From software development to product development and business process consulting, we make sure our clients can grow their business in a strategic manner as per the dynamic market needs and demands.    

    NA
    10 - 49
    Vadodara, India
  • Arjun Rajkumar

    Web Developer based in Bangalore, India
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    Arjun Rajkumar works with various startups and SME's and help them launch highly tailored projects using Ruby on Rails. Here is a sample of my recent work: ElephantPath: From idea to MVP to a full platform that connects yoga retreats with yoga holiday lovers. iTweak: Increased leads and improved internal ... read more about Arjun Rajkumar

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    Freelancer
    2009
    Bengaluru, India

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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.