How to Find a Local Web Developer

Finding the right web developer can make a world of difference. There are a number of developers around the world sometimes you need someone local who understands your area, the community and can meet up and talk about specific needs. Here’s a few tips on finding that right person for the job.

What do you need?

• • Before you start looking for a developer you need to have an understanding of what you need.
  • What kind of website do you require. Ecommerce, portfolio, blog)
  • What budget are you working to?
  • Do you have any must have features? Ie: contact forms, payment gateways, API integrations.
  • Do you have a preference to the content management system? ie: WordPress, Shopify etc…

Having a detailed brief or list of requirements will help you and the developers you speak to get a better idea of the task and hand.

Recommendations

Like with any other business word of mouth recommendations are typically a great starting point, ask friends, colleagues or business owners you have a relationship with to find somebody reliable.

Online directories

There are many places you can look through to find listings for web developers. Here’s some of the more popular and trustworthy.

Google My Business

If you search for developers in your location, ie: “web developers in Liverpool” or “web developers near me” you will be presented with results and those with Google reviews. This gives you a better idea and a certain level of trust.

LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a great tool for connecting with and searching for web developers. On this platform you can also see testimonials, work samples and filter by local area.

Search Engines

The classic way to find web developers, you will get many results but with filtering by area, specialty ie “WordPress developer Liverpool” you’ll get more accurate results.

Once you think you’ve found a developer

One your search is over and you have found that missing piece important next steps are something to consider.

Communication

How has the communication been? If they are responsive and communicate in a way you understand then that will aide the project.

Long Term Support

Will the developer continue to support after the project is launched?

Contract

What does the contract cover? How many revisions and work changes are permitted.

Deadline

When is the deadline? Can they meet it?

Conclusion

It can take some time to find a good developer, lots of research, emails and looking at portfolios. But it’s key that your developer has the technical skills and understands the project and your vision for the project. Communication, defined goals and milestones and mutual respect will be the keys to a successful partnership and will help you achieve your goals.