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Outsource basic webdev maintenance? (eLance vs oDesk vs Guru vs RentACoder)

I am considering outsourcing some basic webdev maintenance work. Little tasks like: "Please add clock or other wait indicator when the AJAX is still processing." that should take …
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Best way to get a developer working for you?

I would like to know what is the best way to hire someone to help you building a web-site. I heard about guru.com and elance but I am not convinced that I can get someone from ther …
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What software or development tools do you use to create and maintain your website?

I'm looking for more great software tools (than the ones listed below that I already use) to not only create and run a website, but to verify and maintain it. All our websites run …
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iPhone app revenue sharing between developer & sales/marketing guys

I'm a solo developer working from home who has developed an iPhone app which is currently available in the App Store. Sales & marketing is not something I know much about yet s …
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Are YOU an ‘Expert’ in any field or topic of business?

I participate in a number of these kinds of forums, particularly in areas relating to start-ups and growth. I mention it only to highlight some comment on OnStartups.com In the pa …
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How do you discourage piracy of your software or IP?

We're reviewing/exploring anti-piracy measures for a new software product. There is a desktop and a web component. What tactics are you using to prevent/discourage piracy of your s …
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Name some Agile software development companies?

I'm in the process of contacting a few software development companies to start building a very interesting web project. I was wondering if you have any recommendations regarding th …
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How to reject Feature Requests?

How do you reject feature requests nicely especially when the feature request is made publicly via twitter, uservoice or something like ideastorm? For us general reasons to reject …
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Looking for Guidance in running business development arm of a startup

I'm looking to join a very small company (5 employees) and run all of business development/sales and marketing. My professional experience lies in 8 years of Sales in the online m …
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Build in-house or outsource?

I'm working with a SaaS business with a non-technical founder/CEO and am looking for pros and cons for (1) building the software in-house vs (2) outsourcing version 1.0 to a consul …
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How to justify product idea?

Hello, I am having a startup in India. We are building software for customer service. Its still very much a product in development. However, sometimes i feel doubtful about the ac …
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What’s a great business development / licensing pitch outline?

So you are about to start contacting companies about licensing your product/technology. What would be the general elements of the presentation deck? I know what I've done in the pa …
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What kind of timelines have you experienced delivering software

Was curious to hear about other peoples experiences regarding getting software to a point where its ready for a paying customer. My personal experience regardless of the venture o …
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Does it hurt to release often?

I'm a big believer of "release early, release often" but what's the limit? Our software Traditional - Desktop software We are new but already got many clients Updates requires a …
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What are the most important features to include when building Content Management System?

I'm building a new social platform. I understand that is very important to include a Content Management System as part of the development. Can you describe specific features you …