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I'm looking for a skilled designer to create a high-quality, ancient-looking snakes and ladders game design. This design will be printed on cloth, giving it a unique and durable aesthetic. Key Elements: - The design should incorporate both snakes and ladders, as they are the core elements of the game. - It would be great if ancient symbols could be subtly woven into the design to enhance the overall theme. Size & Dimensions: - The design should be scalable to three different sizes: small (approx. 8x10 inches), medium (approx. 16x20 inches), and large (approx. 24x36 inches). Color Palette: - The primary color for the design should be black, specifically for the elements like snakes and ladders. - Keep in mind there should be no background color, as the design will...

I am in need of a proficient Java Script/React developer. Specific tasks or target areas are yet to be determined and will be clarified later, thus flexibility is important. Any experience in both front-end and back-end development along with bug fixing expertise will be preferred. Those comfortable with ambiguity and adept at working without rigid guidelines would be ideal for this opportunity. Willingness to adapt to potentially shifting project needs is crucial. It's a dedicated resource Job.. Thanks

I'm seeking a dedicated and creative freelance Graphic Designer, with a knack for creating engaging digital posters. Project Scope: - Design a digital poster that is 618x850 pixels. Skills and Experience: - Proven graphic designing experience, specifically in digital poster design. - Although the conceptual theme for the poster was not pre-decided, it's essential that the designer has a versatile style and can present different concepts. - Proficiency in design software and technologies (such as InDesign, Illustrator, etc) - Excellent communication to understand our vision and transform it into design. Ultimately, I'm looking for a designer who can bring a fresh perspective while maintaining a professional and captivating aesthetic. Let's make something me...

I'm in need of a skilled and experienced mobile app developer to build a comprehensive music player for both iOS and Android platforms for our youtube channel brainwave music Key Features Required: - Playlist Management: The app should allow users to create, edit, and manage their playlists effortlessly. - Offline Playback: A crucial feature will be the ability for users to listen to music offline, without requiring an active internet connection. - Equalizer: The app should include a built-in equalizer to enable users to customize their music playback experience. -API developement for downloading tracks from my server user secure google and facebook login home page spash with animation Ideal Candidate: - Proficient in mobile app development for both iOS and Android platforms...

As an advanced Excel user, I'm looking for a professional who can help me with two specific aspects of my project: performing advanced data analysis and creating macros to automate repetitive tasks. Key Requirements: - Data Analysis: You should be well-versed in data visualization, statistical analysis, and data cleaning and manipulation. Your ability to extract insights from complex data sets and present them clearly is crucial. - Macro Development: You will be responsible for automating repetitive tasks in Excel, including generating reports, automating data entry, and creating efficient formula calculations. Your macros should be user-friendly and easy to maintain. Ideal Skills: - Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions and VBA programming - Strong background in data ...

I'm seeking a seasoned .Net developer with a touch for excellence, required for maintaining existing .NET projects. Key Responsibilities: - Maintenance, upgrades, and problem-solving of existing .Net-based projects. Expected Skills: - Proficiency in web, desktop application development and database management. - Experience maintaining .Net projects. - Fast learner, able to grasp the specifics of diverse projects. Note: Knowledge of any specific .Net version wasn't specified; demonstrate your versatility. Regards, Dipak

I'm in need of a skilled developer who's experienced in crafting smart contracts on Hyperledger Fabric. The main focus of this project will be to create a smart contract that ensures the authenticity and verification of news articles. Key responsibilities will include: - Developing a smart contract on Hyperledger Fabric specifically tailored to the authenticity and verification of news articles. The ideal candidate for this role should have: - Proven experience in smart contract development, ideally on Hyperledger Fabric. - A solid understanding of blockchain technology and its real-world applications. - Specific experience in developing smart contracts for authenticity and verification purposes would be a huge plus. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring our n...

As I'm looking for a skilled ERP and CRM developer to support the development of a comprehensive system for my business. The ideal candidate will have expertise in: - Inventory management - Sales and order processing - Financial management - Customer relationship management - Indian accounting and taxation Your primary responsibilities will include: - Designing, developing and maintaining the ERP and CRM system - Ensuring the system is fully compliant with GST regulations and other Indian accounting standards - Implement features like: - Lead management - Contact management - Sales forecasting - Bookkeeping - Bank reconciliation - Payroll The successful freelancer should have a robust understanding of ERP and CRM systems, particularly in the context of the Indian...

I'm in search of a skilled AngularJS developer to add new features and tailor existing ones on my current portal template. The key job duties constitute: - Adding new, unspecified features which will be discussed upon assignment - Tailoring current functionalities - Basic Create basic MySql database to add, edit and retrieve data The ideal candidate should have substantial experience with AngularJS, website functionality customization, and development. However, skills in user interface design and structure formatting would be a significant bonus. Expressions of interest are sought from professionals who are innovative, efficient, and capable of delivering on time. Please incorporate previous similar project examples and outcomes in your bid.

NO AUTO GENERATED APPLICATIONS. THEY WILL BE DELETED. NOTE: I'M PAYING $2 PER HOUR FOR THIS JOB. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT OKAY WITH THAT RATE I want you to look at this personal portfolio site. Your job will be to evaluate the entire site and tell me any design issues, bug issues, UI or Flow problems, that need to be fixed. Once we figure...will then fix them. I'm looking for someone that can work immediately. REQUIRED: In your application tell me: 1. What computer & mobile devices do you own? Tell me the versions of the devices 2. What is the hourly rate I'm paying for this job? Are you okay with it? 2. Look at the site Tell me 2 problems you notice with the site, 3. Are you a wordpress-elementor developer? If no, its okay.

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I'm seeking a skillful React developer to build an engaging, vibrant, and interactive web application. Reminiscent of StackOverflow in terms of structure, it's different by concept and domain, which will be elaborated in our project discussions. The specific features should include: - User registration and login - Question and answer interaction - A tagging system - Search functionality - User points functionality Moreover, the project focuses on the front-end or UI side of development with no backend requirements. Key skills and qualifications include proficiency in React, and experience with user-centric, bold, and dynamic design. I favor a vibe that pops while remaining intuitive, user-friendly, and effectively guides users through the site's features and funct...

...be provided at later stage. - Total games required 3 - Each game will consist of some questions with multiple answers to select from (Touch screen selection) - After answering, there should be a total of correct answers (can be numbers or percentage) - Each game would need to have a different design and graphics that will use the character the client has. - The character would need to be redesigned based on the game subjects. - Project handover is around 1 month . - The games need to be in two languages (Arabic & English) The optimal candidate will have experience in the overlap of education and digital game design and development, with successful projects targeting the same age group. Strong skills in 2D graphics and game-design for touch s...

I'm in urgent need of a competent Flutter and Laravel developer who can infuse aesthetic prowess into my existing code, primarily by refining the color scheme. Key Duties: - Improve UI/UX with primary focus on visual design - Modify color scheme to enhance aesthetic appeal Expertise Needed: - Proficiency in Flutter and Laravel - Strong sense of color and visual design - Extensive experience in UI/UX enhancement - Meticulous attention to detail - Excellent problem-solving skills. Your bid should reflect an understanding of these requirements and your ability to deliver promptly.

I'm seeking a skillful React developer to build an engaging, vibrant, and interactive web application. Reminiscent of StackOverflow in terms of structure, it's different by concept and domain, which will be elaborated in our project discussions. The specific features should include: - User registration and login - Question and answer interaction - A tagging system - Search functionality - User points functionality Moreover, the project focuses on the front-end or UI side of development with no backend requirements. Key skills and qualifications include proficiency in React, and experience with user-centric, bold, and dynamic design. I favor a vibe that pops while remaining intuitive, user-friendly, and effectively guides users through the site's features and funct...

I'm seeking a professional with expertise in Android game development and realism-style design. I'm looking to develop an "All-in-one Rummy Teen Patti" game. Key Requirements: - Realistic user interface design. Applicants with prior experience in creating realistic graphics will be highly regarded. - Must integrate a payment gateway to handle in-app purchases. - Player-to-player interaction should be seamless. The ideal freelancer for this project, therefore, should have prior experience in developing similar games, excellent understanding of Android OS, and a proven track record with in-app purchasing systems. Realistic UI design skills will be a great asset. This is a project that demands a meticulous and creative developer who can deliver rich...

...language, I am seeking a developer to create a lightweight, text-based version of the classic Pac-Man game specifically for the Mac platform. The development will focus only on the easy level of gaming, meaning only Pac-Man, mazes, and points will be incorporated, no ghosts or power-ups. Moreover, the design should align with the classic look of the original game. Given the specific development needs, the ideal freelancer should possess: - 2-3 cpp/hpp files - driver file - only using #include<iostream> #include<conio.h> #include <stdlib.h> #include<windows.h> Library’s -no graphics text based. -MAY 10th - Proficient understanding of C++ - Mac game development experience - An understanding of classic game design...

I'm seeking a talented freelance designer to put together a compelling project presentation. It's objective is to pitch a product - a sustainable green energy battery for electric vehicles (EV). The main audiences are investors and the general public. Key work includes: - Crafting a cogent narrative that thoroughly explains the product benefits - Preparing visually pleasing slides to enhance understanding and impact - Ideally, turning technically complex concepts into accessible information. You'll need to have: - Strong background in design with a portfolio showcasing your previous project presentations - Knowledge or interest in sustainable energy and EV technology - Exceptional writing skills to convey ideas clearly and compellingly - Experience in preparing pr...

I require a skilled software developer to help me with some functionalities for the travel portal. Here are my requirements: - Knowledge of Advanced Javascript, Jquery, Ajax, and JSON - Hands-on good Experience in Laravel - know how to fetch and send data in the database with Ajax and JavaScript! - Good knowledge of Sessions. how to store sessions from JS to Laravel (Freshers please do not apply) I will explain the full requirements and functionality once we get connected. Please reach out with a summary of your relevant experience and the type of projects you've worked on. Thanks.

Full Stack Developer for Education Website We're a rapidly growing tutoring platform on a mission to personalize learning for students worldwide. We need your expertise to build an interactive and user-friendly website that caters to both tutors and students. Think: usability first, with a focus on creating an engaging learning experience. Here's what you'll be building: - A dynamic and user-friendly website. - Sign-up/sign-in pages for tutors and students. - Different user experiences based on user type (tutor vs student). - Integrating website with Google Meet and Google Forms. Ideal Freelancer - Experienced in building business websites with React.js and Node.js (or similar frameworks). - An expert in crafting user-centric and interactive web interfaces. It is...

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We're a rapidly growing tutoring platform on a mission to personalize learning for students worldwide. We need your expertise to build an interactive and user-friendly website that caters to both tutors and students. Think: usability first, with a focus on creating an engaging learning experience. Here's what you'll be building: - A dynamic and user-friendly website - Sign-up/sign-in pages for tutors and students - Different user experiences based on user type (tutor vs student) - Integrating website with Google Meet and Google Forms Ideal Freelancer: - Experienced in building business websites with React.js and Node.js (or similar frameworks) - An expert in crafting user-centric and interactive web interfaces It is important that the designer can provide examples of the...

I am seeking a seasoned Android mobile app and website developer. The project involves creating a platform for relocation and transportation services which necessitates intricate features and functions. Key Features: - User registration and login - GPS tracking - Quote calculator - Payments and billing Your role will require you to design these components while ensuring seamless user experience and intuitive interface. There's also a need for payment gateway integration. Specifically, the platform must be able to accept transactions via PayPal. Experience with PayPal API is considered a huge plus. Ideal freelancer for this project will have: - Extensive experience in Android app and website development - Portfolio of complex apps with registration, location tracking, and p...

Want to develop fantasy gaming app Single game like 3 pokar card and choose one There is user registration Wallet Rewards systemadmin panel

I have filmed an exciting video onboard a cruise ship with a Sony A6400 and an iPhone, and I need an experienced video editor to bring it to life. The video should be around 1.30 minute long and will be used on both vertical video platforms like Instagram and TikTok, as well as YouTube. Key Requirements: - Must be able to create a fun and energetic video in line with my vision. - Experience editing videos for social media platforms is crucial. - Should be able to edit and format content for both vertical and horizontal viewing. - Should have a good eye for selecting and including the right scenes and elements to highlight the cruise ship experience. Ideal Skills: - Proficiency with video editing software. - Strong understanding of social media video content. - Capability to cr...

Looking for an expert who can develop an effective method for duplicating character equipment and gold cards in New Wonderland Online (HK), specifically for the PC platform. Key Requirements: - Mu...and gold cards in New Wonderland Online (HK), specifically for the PC platform. Key Requirements: - Must understand and have experience with MMORPG games, preferably "Wonderland Online." - Find an exploit to duplicate character equipment and gold cards simultaneously in the game. - Familiarity with WPE PRO or similar programs may be beneficial, but not mandatory as the old techniques associated with WPE Pro are no longer working. Please place your bid only if you're confident that you can solve this request. The game is relatively old, increasing the likeli...

I'm searching for a skilled software engineer to support with existing and new products and to work alongside our exiting team of engineers. Skills (Essential): -Advance experience and confidence with JavaScript, HTML/CSS -Advance experience and confidence with React.js, Vue.js, Tailwind ss, and Nuxt js -Experience with Node.js -A solid understanding and proven experience with developing web based software applications. -Confident with AWS, Firebase, Serverless -Digital Payments (Stripe, Xero API), Automation experience, 3rd party integration (Proffered) Looking for someone to start and join or growing team for regular and ongoing work. Must be willing to chat via video calls and Slack with existing team.

I am looking for a proficient Python developer who has experience with Hugging Face and Gradio to create a small text classification application. This project involves the following key aspects: - **Functionality:** The primary objective of the application is to perform text classification. This means that it should be able to analyze given text and assign it to a specific category or label. - **Deployment:** The application should be deployed as a web application. Key Skills and Experience: - NLP, Machine Learning - Proficiency in Python. - Experience with Hugging Face - Gradio. - Prior experience in developing text classification applications. - Familiarity with web application deployment processes. Please note, the application does not need to support multiple languages, as it...

I'm in need of a skilled Flutter developer capable of tackling two important tasks for our project. 1. Flutter App Issue Resolution: There's an ongoing issue impeding our ability to create builds on Xcode 15.1 using Flutter version 2.12. We're receiving error messages during the process and require expert assistance in troubleshooting and rectifying it. Xcode build done. 245.6s Failed to build iOS app Parse Issue (Xcode): An attribute list cannot appear here /Users/anju/Desktop/flutter-projects/projects/mybhc/ios/Pods/FirebaseFirestore/Firestore/Source/API/:0 2. New Flutter App Development: Besides fixing the current app syndrome, we're also initiating a new project and need it to be developed from scratch within...

I'm in need of an experienced 3D animation artist to rig and skin characters for a video game. Key Requirements: I am working on an indie project, its an open world survival craft game. I already have most of the animations ready, but hands need to be changed. Male to Female So just rig and skin the female skin mesh to the same bones as the male. apply if you have experience in First Person Hands Rigging and Animation refer the attached example.

I am seeking an app developer to build an iPhone/Android application specifically for managing door-to-door sales leads. Key functionalities include: - Taking up sales leads. - Real-time reporting of these leads. - Scheduling of sales meetings. The ideal freelancer for this project is somebody with substantial experience in sales app development, with a good eye for user-friendly interfaces. Skills & Experience: - Proven track record in mobile app development (specific to Android and iOS). - Understanding of lead management, especially in sales. - Ability to implement real-time reporting in an app. - Experience designing intuitive user interfaces for ease of scheduling. This application should serve as a one-stop solution, allowing the user to place all their effo...

I'm in need of an experienced React Native developer with solid knowledge of Redux for a student-focused application. Key Features: - Implement Redux: The app should be integrated with Redux for state management. - User Authentication: Secure login and user account management. - GPS Tracking: Track student's location (optional feature). The primary aim of this app is to serve as a useful tool for students. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in React Native and Redux. - Strong understanding of user authentication. - Previous experience in developing GPS tracking features (preferred). - Ability to create user-friendly, intuitive app interfaces.

I need a skilled web developer to help in creating an ecommerce website. The site will be focused on selling products online, ensuring a smooth and user-friendly shopping experience. Key points to note include the following: - **Payment System Integration**: The site must integrate UPI and Cash on Delivery payment methods. Credit card option is also a must. - **Product Categories**: The site is set to have more than product categories. It's important that these are well-organized and easy to navigate for users. Ideal candidates for this project would have: - Proven experience in developing ecommerce websites, particularly for businesses with a wide range of product categories. - Strong knowledge of integrating various payment systems. Also provides a location system - A...

I'm in urgent need of a Laravel developer who's also proficient in front-end development. I have an existing Laravel project that requires the integration of new features. The ideal candidate should have: - A strong record of working on Laravel projects - Expansive front-end development skills - Experience in building likely features - Capability to assume the task immediately Remember, speed and the ability to deliver high quality work are vital for this project.

I'm looking for a seasoned developer with proficiency in C# and C++, especially in relation to the .NET Framework 4.0. The project's primary aim is to craft a game launcher that offers multi-platform support, but it is crucial to emphasize that our focus for now is on Windows. In case of it's in C++, the following note are required: - The launcher is meant to launch a process (The game exe) also it meant to have a settings window, and support window that contains a "Subject" - "Email" - "How may we help?" and all those data to be sent in HTTP Get request. If it's C#, I only ask for the [Designed Form] as mentioned * Buttons needs to be smooth and high quality animated while mouse hover and mouse click. Key Qualitie...

I am searching for skilled web developers to craft an elegant, easy-to-navigate online platform for dress rentals. Features the Online Booking ...Payment Processing: Reliable, secure processing of customer payments. During the booking process, we need an efficient way to collect key customer details including: - Name - Email - Phone number - Residential Address Managing our dress inventory is crucial and we prefer to handle this manually. Therefore, the system should provide a straightforward means to manually update stock levels. Ideal freelance applicants would have a portfolio showcasing similar e-commerce projects and are experienced in integrating the above-mentioned features. Strong skills in UI/UX design, payment gateway integration, and database management are also adv...

The following questions must be ANSWERED or your proposal will be IGNORED 2. Please send your top 3 best work examples (especially demonstration of any Saas systems or Online Management Portals, Could base ERP systems) 3. Please send your proposal with your monthly salary expectation JOB DESCRIPTION We are an eCommerce company that requires an experienced Full Stack .Net / React Developer with strong API development experience to join their team due to a significant increase in product demand. Skills & Experience 3+ years C#.NET experience ASP.NET Core HTML5 CSS3, SASS, LESS, Bootstrap, Agile Development Experience Excellent written & verbal communication skills

I am looking for a senior software engineer with experience in Java, Python, and C#. The main task is to develop a robust web application using Spring Boot. Familiarity with Azure and .NET will be a plus. Key requirements include: - Developing a web application - Implementing User authentication - Integrating with databases - API integration Ideal candidates should have: - Proven experience in Java, Python, and C# - Strong knowledge of Spring Boot - Familiarity with Azure and .NET - Ability to implement User authentication - Experience in database and API integration. I'm looking for a professional who can deliver high-quality work in a timely manner.

I require an experienced Laravel developer to handle both frontend and backend development tasks for an upcoming project. Key Responsibilities/Task: - Backend Development: As I've not detailed the desired functionality for this at the moment, having experience in diverse backend tasks will be beneficial. - Frontend Development: Your focus will be on creating a responsive design and providing an interactive user interface. Ideal Skills: - Extensive experience with Laravel - Proven track record in frontend and backend development - Strong knowledge and experience with responsive design practices - The ability to create interactive user interfaces This project has a level of urgency attached to it, so I am looking for a dedicated professional who can hit the ground running.

I'm in need of an expert to create a custom landing page for my upcoming project. Your design & development too. It will take one of the three options (text I will give) then sign up will take a payment. I will send you PayPal gateway API key to integrate. One of the options will take a file (let them upload) and an email address too. I will let you know more when we chat.. Not sure if we need sign up/ sign in. Another option will take up to 3 ticker (stock symbol) . Signup/Register button/ We will add GA code so we can track user activities. My Logo/ My text / I will choose color scheme with you / Your design and above options.

I'm looking for an Adobe Air expert with experience in SWF to modify my game spinner. Key Requirements: - Make the spinner work with a wireless buzzer keystroke - The spinner should determine game actions The game spinner is currently designed to spin a virtual wheel and I want the expert to integrate this functionality with the wireless buzzer keystroke. Please only bid if you have prior experience working with Adobe Air and SWF.

I need a Python developer to create a 5-level maze game. The game requires intricate coding skills for the creation of engaging and logically challenging mazes. Not just creating the game, the task also includes integrating controls via keyboard and touchscreen inputs. Skills Required: * Strong command of Python programming language * Experience developing interactive games * Understanding of user-interface design for gaming * Familiarity with keyboard and touchscreen controls integration End product should be a fun and engaging game suited for both PC and touchscreen users. Looking forward to creative and logical minds who can make this idea come alive. There are also other things to do like DFD diagram but I will provide which require in assessme...

I need a Laravel software developer for the digital product sales software I am developing. I'm using Laravel 10 and Filamentphp. Blade/bootstrap is used for the view part. HTML&CSS (Front-end) design is ready and integrated into the project. I am currently continuing to develop the software and we will use github with the developer who will be involved in the project. I want to work on an hourly basis. The software admin panel was made with filament and most of it is completed. For the front-end section, sections such as product listing, product detail, category (filtering), basket system, and order completion page should be made. Key functionalities should include: - A comprehensive product catalog to display and categorize the digital downloads we offer. - A rel...

I'm looking for a skilled Laravel backend developer who can help me build a robust system. We need the following functionalities: - For the Member Area, it should have: - User profile management - Account settings - For the Panel Main Page, it should have: - Announcement feature - For the Login and Register pages, it should have: - Email verification - Password reset Ideal applicants should be proficient in PHP and have extensive experience with Laravel. They should also be well-versed in creating user-friendly interfaces and have a strong attention to detail. Experience with system security and data protection is a plus. Please send me a private message for more details.

I'm looking for a skilled developer to create a chrome extension that will facilitate screen sharing for business professionals. Key Requirements: - The extension should allow users to share their entire screen - The extension should share system audio, but microphone audio sharing is not necessary Ideal candidates should have experience with chrome extension development and have a good understanding of user experience. A strong sense of design and attention to detail is also important. Please share any relevant experience you have in this area when bidding.

I'm currently seeking a mid-level Java developer who is proficient with IntelliJ IDEA to join our team on a project basis. Your primary responsibility will be to develop high-quality software that is aligned with user needs and business goals. Key Responsibilities: - Develop, test, and maintain high-quality Java applications - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features - Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the applications - Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs - Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization Ideal Candidate: - 3-5 years of proven experience as a Java developer - Proficiency with IntelliJ IDEA - Solid understanding of object-oriented programming - Experience ...

I'm in need of a skilled game developer to create a new PC-based parkour action horror game. Well-versed in creating interactive narratives and incorporating physics-based puzzles would be an advantage. Experienced in hidden object finding concepts would also be highly beneficial. Key requirements: - Develop a parkour action horror game for PC platform - Integrate physics-based puzzles into the game mechanics - Incorporate interactive storytelling in the game design - Implement hidden object finding features Skills and experience: - Solid experience in PC-game development - Strong knowledge of parkour and horror game genres - Proven ability in creating physics-based puzzles and integrating them into a game - Experience...

Hello, I am looking for a game designer and someone who can create a GDD to submit it to a specific platform to let us join their dev team to publish games on their platform We require a fully detailed GDD with at least 15 pages and you need to be able to incorporate images and video footage of the game you are writing the GDD about. If you understand all the above please type RED at the beginning of your proposal. Proposals without it will be ignored.

Hello Architectures This project includes thatched roofs and earthy countyside atmosphere. The project focuses on using alternative natural materials for minimal CO2 ...Location is in Estonian untouched nature, near lakes and rivers. Previous experience with rendering thatched surfaces is important. Same goes to rendering boats and water. Good eye for landscape architecture is a bonus. Renders have to be very good quality, also suitable for printing, very lifelike. Right now i am getting dozen of project my employee can't handle them all we are seeking for the freelance who can work with my team. 1. showcase your skill on our requirement. 2. small interview with manager Only bit on this project if you can showcase your skill on our requirement. Please don't waste time ...