I want to build two applications - a recruitment and fintech applications/software, I don't know who I should be employing. A developer or a programmer. The features of the applications or software will include - personal dashboard, sign up platforms, payment platforms. I also want to incorporate blockchain technology in the development of the products. Who should I be working with? Please I need guidance. Thanks in advance.

dealslip:
I want to build two applications - a recruitment and fintech applications/software, I don't know who I should be employing. A developer or a programmer. The features of the applications or software will include - personal dashboard, sign up platforms, payment platforms. I also want to incorporate blockchain technology in the development of the products. Who should I be working with? Please I need guidance. Thanks in advance.

Both I think but let's wait for the more advanced tech guys to come in

first educate yourself on the difference between a software developer and a programmer and therein lies your answer.
whatever you come up with, all i know is that you'll need someone with some banking experience, active or passive

dealslip:
I want to build two applications - a recruitment and fintech applications/software, I don't know who I should be employing. A developer or a programmer. The features of the applications or software will include - personal dashboard, sign up platforms, payment platforms. I also want to incorporate blockchain technology in the development of the products. Who should I be working with? Please I need guidance. Thanks in advance.

First of all, if you really wanna build a world class software (especially as it's Fintech), you need a project master or most times (a product manager).

It's this person that will be doing this task you are asking of. Because from your question, it shows you don't have core knowledge of IT. So save yourself the stress of employing half baked cakes.

Get a professional in that field to do that job. Don't do it.

dealslip:
I want to build two applications - a recruitment and fintech applications/software, I don't know who I should be employing. A developer or a programmer. The features of the applications or software will include - personal dashboard, sign up platforms, payment platforms. I also want to incorporate blockchain technology in the development of the products. Who should I be working with? Please I need guidance. Thanks in advance.

You need both Programmer & Developer to interprete your idea into a reality.

We can discuss further on your project if you don't mind. Check my signature for contact details.

Na WordPress theme from Envato the Dev go use las las.

I think you need a product manager or better still contact an agency.

Pclemenza:

Both I think but let's wait for the more advanced tech guys to come in

I see, thanks for the info

QuoteJustOnce:
first educate yourself on the difference between a software developer and a programmer and therein lies your answer.
whatever you come up with, all i know is that you'll need someone with some banking experience, active or passive

I am actually a banker so that aspect is covered. I really do not have an interest in knowing the difference. I just want guidance on who I should be speaking with.

Being a banker then you are on the right track with the fintech.

You will need a software developer who is a full stack software engineer they are the ones that can gather requirements from you, design and model your requirements using industry standards and build it for you. A senior software engineer can also include project management for you.

dealslip:


I see, thanks for the info

Just when you need an UI designer to be part of your team, look to me please.

Your budget will determine what you need.

Product Manager - Responsible for the design of the product (The Software You Need) and the user journey.
Project Manager - Responsible for the product delivery and communicating timelines from the engineers - this must be achievable and measurable.
QA Tester - Responsible for the testing of the product and ensuring that the product is bug-free.
UI / UX Designer - Responsible for the user interface and user experience design.
Senior Software Engineers (Front-end & Back-end) - Responsible for the actualisation of the product using various technologies.


I work with one of the best fintech in Nigeria as a Senior Software Engr. I can assist as a freelancer.

@bet9ja care to share the stack you guys use? I ask because I’ve been on and off messing about with a piece of software for account and loan management built on Java and wanted to know if Java is widely used in the industry in Nigeria. I’m also in touch with a well-heeled person who off-handedly mentioned that they were interested in setting up something concrete in the fintech space

dealslip:


I am actually a banker so that aspect is covered. I really do not have an interest in knowing the difference. I just want guidance on who I should be speaking with.

Then pray tell how you would know you're speaking with the right person and not a faux if you cannot tell the difference?

bet9ja:
Your budget will determine what you need.

Product Manager - Responsible for the design of the product (The Software You Need) and the user journey.
Project Manager - Responsible for the product delivery and communicating timelines from the engineers - this must be achievable and measurable.
QA Tester - Responsible for the testing of the product and ensuring that the product is bug-free.
UI / UX Designer - Responsible for the user interface and user experience design.
Senior Software Engineers (Front-end & Back-end) - Responsible for the actualisation of the product using various technologies.

If he is starting up low-key (very lean budget); then he doesn't need all that.
And he needs SSEs that have worked in that space before. If it's their firs time, they will use his project `as target practice` if you know what i mean.

tensazangetsu20:
Na WordPress theme from Envato the Dev go use las las.

Habaaaa! Look up Fineract. Core banking solution with exposed and well documented APIs. Na build very fancy front end on top am for both self service and back office staff. With a proper small team, MVP can be up real quick. Use Odoo HRMS or OrangeHRM for the HR parts and Fineract for the fintech part.

Na the Treasury Management part na hin I never see a “free” off-the-shelf solution yet.

@dealslip, what’s your planned revenue model? HR with fintech suggests possible RSA model type business model. Just thinking aloud

airsaylongcome:


Habaaaa! Look up Fineract. Core banking solution with exposed and well documented APIs. Na build very fancy front end on top am for both self service and back office staff. With a proper small team, MVP can be up real quick. Use Odoo HRMS or OrangeHRM for the HR parts and Fineract for the fintech part.

Na the Treasury Management part na hin I never see a “free” off-the-shelf solution yet.

@dealslip, what’s your planned revenue model? HR with fintech suggests possible RSA model type business model. Just thinking aloud

This is true especially if the budget is small hiring multitude devs, UI and UX designers, mobile devs, product managers na serious money and you also need to factor in license cost depending on what kind of fintech it is.

tensazangetsu20:


This is true especially if the budget is small hiring multitude devs, UI and UX designers, mobile devs, product managers na serious money and you also need to factor in license cost depending on what kind of fintech it is.

Na this one dey always get K-leg. The regulatory licensing required for Fintechs today ehn, na who get heavy pocket dey run am

airsaylongcome:
@bet9ja care to share the stack you guys use? I ask because I’ve been on and off messing about with a piece of software for account and loan management built on Java and wanted to know if Java is widely used in the industry in Nigeria. I’m also in touch with a well-heeled person who off-handedly mentioned that they were interested in setting up something concrete in the fintech space

Microservice Architecture.

Meaning we have lots of engineers that handle different services:

Java Team
Javascript Team
Php Team
Go Team
C# Team

Yes Java is widely use. However, ensure its Spring ( Spring Boot ). No one has time for lots of XML configurations. Having said that, it is not really about the stacks, I prefer building a solution with a language or framework best known to build such solution efficiently.

QuoteJustOnce:


If he is starting up low-key (very lean budget); then he doesn't need all that.
And he needs SSEs that have worked in that space before. If it's their firs time, they will use his project `as target practice` if you know what i mean.

My submission is a professional advice.

Everything still boiled down to budget.

Someone asked a very simple straight forward question, see all the plenty grammer "I too know" responses.

All she needs is hire one or two web developers that have similar experience or close, simple! Una jst dey talk plenty nonsense, dats one thing I "hate" about majority of "Naija tech devs", they talk to much and make simple things complicated.

U need a Ui/UX Designer.

Front End and Backend Dev.

Customer support


Money for ads


At first that's what u need.



As u grow you'll figure out the rest.

chim14:
Someone asked a very simple straight forward question, see all the plenty grammer "I too know" responses.

All she needs is hire one or two web developers that have similar experience or close, simple! Una jst dey talk plenty nonsense, dats one thing I "hate" about majority of "Naija tech devs", they talk to much and make simple things complicated.

She can hire a Wordpress developer as well. Everything can be done in just 2 to 3 hours with a Wordpress theme and few plugins.

bet9ja:


She can hire a Wordpress developer as well. Everything can be done in just 2 to 3 hours with a Wordpress theme and few plugins.

Why is your site being flagged by Google, you should look into it. are you using WordPress ?

qtguru:


Why is your site being flagged by Google, you should look into it. are you using WordPress ?

No, the website was built using Html5/CSS3/JavaScript

Google flag all websites that does not have SSL certificate installed as not secure. However, http://olumide.co.za was a profile website that I developed while residing in South Africa few years ago. I am working on an update soon.

Thank you for the observation.

Were you able to do it?

I recommend working with a reputable fintech software development company like Kindgeek https://kindgeek.com/ I had a great experience with them. They specialize in developing custom software solutions for the fintech industry and can provide valuable guidance throughout the process. With their expertise, they can help you incorporate the desired features such as personal dashboards, sign-up platforms, payment gateways, and even integrate blockchain technology. They will also be able to offer insights and advice on best practices, ensuring that your products are not only functional but also secure and user-friendly.