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  1. #1
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    When you need a script, where do you go?

    When you are looking for a custom script to be done and you have specific requirements is there a spot where you might go to start a bidding job or seek bids on?

    Yes I know, "Why not post it here?". Well i get tiered of dealing with the 20 sum PMs that say "hezz doode I do your script fur $20 bucks in 2 hours".

    Just looking for alternative spots to shop. Post your past experiences with your favorite hangouts.

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    I tried out RentACoder.com from a coder's perspective, and .. well, I wasn't too pleased with it. It's too impersonal, and they impose a lot of restrictions about your contact information, etc. I see the reason for it - to protect their buyers and coders - but a lot of it seems to be that they want to protect their "cut" of the action (which is kinda high, IMO).

    If I were in your position, I'd develop a relationship with a coder you like who can handle most of the work you need done. Trustworthy coders are out there, but - as always - caveat emptor. Cheapest may not always be best.
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    Thanks for your feedback Paul. I actually found http://www.getafreelancer.com and it seems things are going well over there.

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    Thats a cool site. Thanks for the link
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    I regulary use rentacoder.com, and it just perfect for me..

    Peace,
    Testing 1.. Testing 1..2.. Testing 1..2..3...

  6. #6
    heh cool link

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    http://www.javascriptsource.com - javascripts
    http://www.hotscripts.com - javascript,php,asp, umm, EVERYTHING its got all kinds of scripts for all kinds of uses. some free, some try n buy

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    Originally posted by Nyture
    http://www.javascriptsource.com - javascripts
    http://www.hotscripts.com - javascript,php,asp, umm, EVERYTHING its got all kinds of scripts for all kinds of uses. some free, some try n buy
    Guess you didn't read my first post.

  10. #10
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    When I want custom scripts I go to:

    Start > All Programs > Graphics & Design > Crimson Editor

    =)

    I like to do all my work myself, but for hiring coders, I've heard good things about rentacoder.com

  11. #11
    I like to write my own scripts too, and if I have questions, I come here

  12. #12
    Its nice when you can write your own, but of course now that I can, Im too busy writing code for other people to even have time for my own projects.

  13. #13
    scriptlance

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    I've used rentacoder a lot but have had a lot of projects that were never finished by the coder. So I started accepting multiple bids to ensure it gets done. Even if you have to pay more than one coder (only happened to me once out of over a dozen projects) then you can choose the better of the bunch. And then use that coder on your next projects. I've had worse luck with elance and scriptlance but other buyers like it. Stormraven u r probably a good programmer so don't need all the protection they provide at a cost but it wouldn't work without it. The commission is less if you do private projects and most jobs get bigger after they are started (funny how that happens) so often you will get paid by 'instant bonus' which only has 5% commission.

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    General
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    http://www.comscripts.com/
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    http://lab.msdn.microsoft.com/express/vwd/
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    Php
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    http://www.onlyphp.com
    http://php.resourceindex.com/
    http://www.hotscripts.com/PHP/
    http://phpbuilder.com/snippet/
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    http://smarty.php.net/
    http://www.free-php-scripts.net
    http://www.SourceCop.com

    Perl & Cgi
    http://www.hotscripts.com/Perl/
    http://cgi.resourceindex.com/
    http://www.onlycgi.com
    http://www.freescripts.com/scripts/
    http://awsd.com/scripts/
    http://www.mycgiscripts.com/
    http://www.smarterscripts.com/
    http://www.cgiscript.net/
    http://www.cgidir.com/
    http://www.perlmasters.com/
    http://www.freescripts.com/scripts/
    http://awsd.com/scripts/
    http://www.dreamcatchersweb.com/scripts/
    http://www.bignosebird.com/
    http://www.dcscripts.com/
    http://www.virtualville.com/library/scripts.html
    http://www.perlcoders.com/
    http://www.cgiarchives.com/
    http://www.icthus.net/CGI-City/

    ASP
    http://aspin.com/
    http://www.hotscripts.com/ASP/
    http://www.scriptnow.com/ASP/Scripts_and_Components/
    http://www.dynu.com/dynuencrypt.asp
    http://www.webwizguide.info/asp/default.asp
    http://www.aspobjects.com/ASP_Scripts/
    http://www.thecgisite.com/ASP/
    http://www.aspwire.com/
    http://www.script-index.com/asp.asp
    http://www.4guysfromrolla.com/

    Remotely Hosted
    http://www.bravenet.com/
    http://www.cutandpastescripts.com/
    http://www.authpro.com/
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    http://www.bnsoft.net/

    Java Scripts
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    http://www.javascriptcity.com/scripts/
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    http://www.javascriptkit.com/cutpastejava.shtml
    http://www.javafile.com/
    http://javascript.com/
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    JAVA
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    http://www.ftponline.com/javapro/
    http://java.sun.com/
    http://www.javaranch.com/index.jsp
    http://forums.java.sun.com/
    http://www.theserverside.com/home/index.jsp
    http://www.mindview.net

    Thanks to Sheps
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    If you want some 'cheap' labor, try:

    http://www.technical-outsourcing.com

    most companies are located in poor countries so what you pay there is really low for you and quite a lot for them.
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    care to update your opinions of the services you have used?

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    I am starting to leave rentacoder and starting to use:

    http://www.php-freelancers.com/

    seems good, and after all the payout looks better (free)..

    Peace,
    Testing 1.. Testing 1..2.. Testing 1..2..3...

  19. #19
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    Originally posted by azizny
    I am starting to leave rentacoder and starting to use:

    http://www.php-freelancers.com/

    seems good, and after all the payout looks better (free)..

    Peace,
    Free? No money exchanges hands?

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