The Most Common Question from First-Time Founders
If you've never hired a developer before, the process can feel mysterious. Let me demystify it.
Here's exactly what happens when you work with me (and what you should expect from any professional developer).
Phase 1: Discovery (Days 1-3)
- ๐ 15-min call to understand your vision
- ๐ I review your requirements and ask clarifying questions
- ๐ฐ You receive a fixed-price quote within 24-48 hours
- โ๏ธ Sign agreement and pay deposit (usually 50%)
Phase 2: Planning (Days 3-7)
- ๐๏ธ I create a technical architecture document
- ๐ Break down features into 2-week sprints
- ๐จ Design mockups (if design is included)
- ๐๏ธ Set up project tracking (Trello/Asana/Jira)
Phase 3: Development (Weeks 2-12)
- ๐ป Bi-weekly demos of working features
- ๐ Daily updates via Slack/WhatsApp
- ๐ You review and provide feedback
- ๐ I fix issues immediately
Phase 4: Testing & Launch (Final 1-2 weeks)
- ๐งช Thorough QA testing
- ๐ Security audit
- ๐ฑ Mobile responsiveness check
- โก Performance optimization
- ๐ Deployment to production
Phase 5: Post-Launch (Ongoing)
- ๐ 30 days of free bug fixes
- ๐ Analytics setup and monitoring
- ๐ก Maintenance plans available ($500/month)
- ๐ง Future feature development
What You Get With Me That You Won't Get Elsewhere
- โ I also do design, SEO, and ads - no need to hire 5 people
- โ Fixed pricing - no hourly surprises
- โ NDA available - your idea stays yours
- โ 24-hour response time
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