Ask HN: Where could I find a Ruby developer to make a prototype?

1 points by pjharrin 15y ago ↗ HN

I am currently looking for a Ruby developer to make a prototype and not entirely sure where to look. A freelancer (>$30/hr) is a bit out of the price range. I am looking for somebody who has great communication skills, possibly a student looking for a paid internship or one with some free time? I have heard some not so great things about the rent-a-coder sites and was hoping that the HN community could help me out. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks a ton!

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spooneybarger 15y ago ↗

Decent ruby developers are usually in high demand these days. If you are looking for someone to do a prototype and get paid crap ( which is basically what you are saying ), then I wouldn't be so selective about the language and just find anyone who might possible have those skills you want.

On the other hand, if I'm decent developer w/ great communication skills, why would I build your prototype when I could go out and get better paying work?

JohnnyBrown 15y ago ↗

I can write Ruby, and I'm a student who's looking to build a portfolio. Check out theJohnnyBrown.com and get in touch with me. It won't be free but I can work with your budget.