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Krivoy Rog, Ukraine
Senior .NET developer with 25+ years of hands-on experience working on real production systems. I help companies stabilize, modernize, and extend desktop and legacy .NET applications, taking ownership of existing codebases and delivering clean, maintainable solutions that work reliably long-term. Most of my work involves improving existing Windows desktop applications rather than building throwaway prototypes. I regularly take over mature or poorly documented systems, identify structural and stability issues, and extend functionality without disrupting production workflows. Clients usually come to me when a system is business-critical and needs careful, senior-level handling. My core expertise is in Windows desktop development using C#, WPF, WinForms, and the .NET Framework. I also have extensive experience supporting and modernizing legacy systems built with VB.NET, VBA, C++, and Delphi, including Office automation, custom installers, file system integration, and data-processing tools. For modernization and supporting services, I work with .NET Core, ASP.NET, Razor Pages, and REST APIs, which allows me to evolve legacy desktop systems, build internal web tools, or deliver complete end-to-end solutions when needed. I follow proven architectural practices such as MVVM, layered design, version control with Git, and predictable deployment processes. I’ve completed 120+ projects and 37,000+ hours on Upwork, working primarily on long-term and technically demanding systems where reliability, clarity, and ownership matter more than quick fixes. If you’re looking for a dependable senior .NET developer who can take responsibility for an existing system or build a stable desktop application from scratch, I’d be happy to discuss your project.
- Desktop Application
- C#
- C++
- Visual Basic
- Delphi
- Software Development
- .NET Core
- Windows App Development
- Desktop Application Improvement
- NSIS
- Microsoft Outlook Development
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- ASP.NET
- Automation
- Microsoft Office
Lahore, Pakistan
𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐍 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬. They fail because of slow performance, poor architecture, and unscalable code. I'm a Full Stack developer specializing in production-ready SaaS platforms and Electron.js desktop apps — built with React, Next.js, Node.js, MongoDB, and TypeScript. I've shipped 50+ live systems used by real customers daily, including ISP management SaaS, clinic management systems, B2B marketplaces, and cross-platform desktop tools for Windows, macOS, and Linux. What I build: — MERN Stack SaaS platforms & admin systems — Electron.js cross-platform desktop applications — React / Next.js frontends with SSR & performance optimization — Node.js / NestJS backend APIs & microservices — Real-time features (WebSockets, socket. io) — AI integrations (OpenAI, ChatGPT inside web apps) — Stripe, Firebase, HubSpot & third-party API integrations Every new client gets a free 30-minute architecture audit before development starts — so we build the right thing from day one, not refactor it later. Top Rated | 93% Job Success | 6+ years | 25 completed contracts Message me and let's talk about your project.
- Desktop Application
- MERN Stack
- Full-Stack Development
- SaaS Development
- MongoDB
- Electron
- ExpressJS
- React
- Node.js
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- RESTful API
- PostgreSQL
- Next.js
- Tailwind UI
- NestJS
- NestJS Development
- REST API
- API Integration
- Payment Gateway Integration
Lahore, Pakistan
Modern software fails not because features are missing, but because edge cases, integrations, and real-world usage scenarios are not fully tested before release. I help product teams prevent these issues by delivering structured QA across web and mobile applications, combining manual testing, automation support, API validation, and real-device testing. 🏆 Top-rated freelancer with 4+ years of professional QA experience 🛠️ Expert in Manual Testing Methodologies 💻 Automation Expert | Cypress | Playwright 📋 Skilled in Project Management Tools like Jira, ClickUp, Trello, and Asana 📝 Proficient in Creating Robust Test Cases and Executing Various Types of Testing (Functional, Regression, Performance, etc.) 🔍 Proficient in API Automation Testing using Postman 🚀 Experienced in Managing CI/CD Pipelines 💬 Excellent Communication and Collaboration Abilities 🧠 Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills I’m a QA Engineer with solid expertise in Cypress + JavaScript automation, alongside proficiency in other programming languages. My approach blends technical depth, attention to detail, and workflow automation skills to ensure smooth development cycles and dependable product releases. Testing Skills: ------------------------- - Requirement Analysis - Test Case Design & Execution - Defect Reporting & Management - Functional Testing - End-to-End Testing - Integration Testing - Exploratory Testing - Regression Testing - Cross-Browser Testing - Mobile App Testing (iOS & Android) - Usability Testing - UI/UX Testing - System & Acceptance Testing - API Testing (Postman) - Performance Testing (JMeter/LoadRunner) - Automation Testing (Cypress, JavaScript/Typescript) Expertise with Tools & Platforms: ---------------------------------------------- - Bug Tracking & Management: JIRA, Trello, Asana, Linear - Collaboration & Reporting: Google Sheets, Notion, Slack - Testing Platforms: BrowserStack, physical devices - Documentation: Test Plans, Test Cases, Checklists, FRS, User Manuals Domains: ----------- - Education - Real Estate - eCommerce & Retail - Media & Entertainment - Healthcare & Life Sciences - Email Marketing and Lead Generation Devices: ---------- - HP EliteBook Windows 11 - MacBook Pro (macOS Sequoia) - iPad - 10th Generation - iPhone XS - iPhone 14 Plus - iPhone 16 Pro Max - Google Pixel 7 - Samsung S22 With a strong commitment to delivering error-free, high-performing software, I aim to exceed quality expectations and provide products that users love. I am available for flexible timings across any time zone and dedicated to helping you bring your software to the highest standards of performance and user satisfaction. ✅ Relevant Skill: Software QA . Functional Testing . Mobile App Testing . Web Testing . Manual Testing . Bug Reports . Software Testing . Automated Testing . Usability Testing . Android . Test Case Design . iOS . Smartphone . End-to-End Testing . Quality Assurance . QA Testing . Bug Tracking & Reports . Performance Testing . JavaScript . Jira . API . Testing . Python . QA Engineering.
- Manual Testing
- API Testing
- Functional Testing
- Mobile App Testing
- Web Testing
- Bug Reports
- Test Plan
- Black Box Testing
- Software QA
- Software Testing
- Automated Testing
- Usability Testing
- Test Case Design
- Performance Testing
- Cypress
Fort Abbas, Pakistan
🏆 TOP RATED | 100% JOB SUCCESS Senior Laravel/PHP Developer who helps businesses build, scale, and maintain high-performance SaaS platforms, custom admin panels, and AI-integrated systems. I leverage a modern AI-assisted workflow (Cursor & Claude Code) to speed up development, refactoring, and debugging. However, I do not blindly ship AI-generated code. Every change is manually reviewed, tested, and adjusted to ensure it matches your specific architecture and business logic. Most of my work is performed inside existing production systems. I prioritize understanding your current database flow and patterns first, allowing me to improve the system safely without breaking what already works. ✅ WHAT I CAN HELP WITH: • Full-scale Laravel SaaS & Multi-tenant development • Advanced Filament Admin Panels and Custom Dashboards • Livewire, TALL Stack, and Vue.js Frontend Integrations • API Development & Complex Third-party Integrations • Stripe/Paddle Billing, Subscriptions, and Webhooks • Legacy PHP/Laravel Modernization & Performance Audits • AI Integration: Custom Chatbots, RAG, and Workflow Automation 🌟 WHY CLIENTS WORK WITH ME: • Top Rated Plus: A proven history of success on high-stakes projects. • 2x Faster Delivery: AI-augmented coding for rapid feature deployment. • System Ownership: I work independently and take full responsibility for outcomes. • Production-Ready: I focus on stable, maintainable code that scales. • Clear Communication: You will receive proactive updates and honest progress reports. I don’t just close tickets; I build reliable systems that support real business growth. 👇 Let’s discuss your project and see how I can help you scale. 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐮𝐭.I am always happy to discuss ideas, challenges, and how we can build something that works well long term.
- Desktop Application
- Laravel
- PHP
- Node.js
- Python
- JavaScript
- Vue.js
- Web Application
- AI Agent Development
- Web Scraping
- WordPress
- Telegram API
- WhatsApp
- Shopify Apps
- Socket.io
- n8n
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- SQLite
- API
Kolkata, India
Specializing in C#, .NET Ecosystem, Hardware Integration & Office Automation If you are looking for a developer who can bridge the gap between sophisticated web interfaces, high-performance desktop systems, and physical hardware—you are in the right place. With 12+ years of experience, I architect "mission-critical" solutions designed for longevity, whether they live in the cloud or on a local workstation. ⭐ "Subhodeep is an excellent programmer... Clean code, in sync with architecture." ⭐ "I am very impressed by Mr. Bhattacharjee's professional programming skill... Very satisfied and thankful." 🔹 Why I am the Top Choice for Your Project While many developers specialize in only one area, I offer a unified approach to the Microsoft stack. My solutions are famous for their longevity—many of my enterprise applications have been running glitch-free for 12+ years in high-pressure production environments. I provide the stability of a desktop expert with the modern flexibility of a web developer. 🛠 Technical Arsenal 1. Enterprise Web Development Modern Core: Architecting scalable web apps using ASP.NET Core and MVC. Frontend Mastery: Creating responsive UIs with React, JavaScript, and jQuery. Legacy Support: Maintaining and modernizing ASP.NET WebForms applications. 2. Advanced Windows UI/UX Development WPF (MVVM): High-performance, modern interfaces with complex data binding. WinForms: Legacy-to-modern migrations and rapid, stable business tools. Enterprise Toolkits: Expert-level implementation of DevExpress and Telerik. MAUI: Extending desktop power to cross-platform mobile environments. 3. Hardware & Industrial Integration Communication: Deep mastery of TCP/IP, RS-232, and Serial Port protocols. Peripherals: Seamless integration for RFID Readers, Barcode Scanners, and industrial sensors. 4. Microsoft Office Automation (VSTO) Custom enterprise-grade Add-ins for Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint. Creating seamless bridges between Office tools and internal databases. 5. Data Architecture & Smart Logic Databases: SQL Server, SQLite, and Entity Framework (Core & Full). Data Processing: Complex CSV, XML, and JSON manipulation at scale. ✅ The Guarantee of Senior-Level Engineering Zero Technical Debt: I write clean, maintainable code using SOLID principles. Full-Stack Ownership: From hardware handshakes and database design to the final Web API or Desktop UI. Architectural Precision: Focused on memory management, speed, and Windows API optimization. 🚀 Stop looking for multiple freelancers. Whether you need to digitize your entire operation, build a React-based dashboard for your desktop tools, or solve a complex hardware-software conflict, I will deliver a robust, future-ready solution. Let's discuss your project today!
- Desktop Application
- ASP.NET
- ASP.NET MVC
- Windows Forms
- React
- DevExpress
- .NET Core
- C#
- .NET Framework
- Windows App Development
- SQL
- RFID
- Windows Presentation Foundation
- Standalone Application
- Model View ViewModel
- OCR Software
- jQuery
- JavaScript
- .NET Stack
- Entity Framework
Surabaya, Indonesia
• Also known as Windows and macOS App Developer Expert • 5+ years of experience • I work on backend, frontend, databases, and Linux server administration • Main stack: .NET (C# / Visual Basic) and TypeScript / JavaScript • I build web and multi-platform desktop/mobile applications 📚 Technologies • My main tech stack is .NET (C# or Visual Basic .NET) and TypeScript / JavaScript • For .NET, I work with ASP .NET, Blazor, WPF, Windows Forms, MAUI (formerly Xamarin), Avalonia UI, and more • For TypeScript / JavaScript, I prefer React, but I can also work with Angular, jQuery, or vanilla JS • I can also develop macOS and iOS apps using Swift and Objective-C 🗼 Server Administration and DevOps • Familiar with Debian-based Linux distributions like Ubuntu • Able to handle VPS baremetal or Docker-based setups • Able to automate workflows using Bash, Python, GitHub Actions, and similar tools • Experienced with cloud services such as AWS and Azure 📊 Database • Microsoft SQL Server • MySQL / MariaDB • SQLite • PostgreSQL • Microsoft Access 💡 Skills • Strong in algorithm design and analysis • Great ability to solve programming and system trouble • Great at optimizing software performance • Flexible work style • Adaptive team player 📖 Self-Update • I regularly study new technologies to stay up to date. 🕰️ Flexible Availability • Open to collaborate across multiple time zones (US, CA, UK, EU, APAC, etc.) ✅ I’m not a robot. • I’m a real human and a solo freelancer, not an agency 🙌 Let’s Connect! • My name is Junian and I’d love to help bring your ideas to life • Feel free to reach out so we can discuss how I can support your project • Not a Vibe Coder, but use AI-Assisted Programming tools to solve problems • Linus Torvalds once said, “Talk is cheap. Show me the code.” So go ahead and check out my GitHub code. 🛠️ Common Tasks and Roles • Known as the Apple / macOS / iPhone guy • Build Windows app with .NET Framework & Windows Forms (WinForms) / Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) / WinUI / Avalonia UI / MAUI / Xamarin • Build Windows Installer MSI / EXE from existing Windows App by using Wix / WixSharp • Build macOS app with Swift UI or .NET & Avalonia UI / MAUI / Xamarin • Build, sign, and notarize macOS app installer (PKG / DMG / ZIP) • Build web app with ASP .NET & Blazor / React / Angular / Vanilla JavaScript • Deploy and configure existing web apps by using Docker container to VPS / Cloud providers like AWS, Azure, or GCP • Ethical decompile / reverse engineer / source code retrieval / deobfuscation of existing .NET EXE / DLL / MSI or NinjaTrader Trading Indicator / strategy • Automate Windows UI tasks • Web scraping to retrieve online data / PDF / Images / any other files • Expert macOS system and app troubleshooting 🙋♂️ What I'm not • I'm not a Vibe Coder. Don't get me wrong, I use AI to build software, but I don't solely rely on it.
- Desktop Application
- .NET Framework
- C#
- Docker
- Windows App Development
- ASP.NET
- Database
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Node.js
- Linux System Administration
- Web Development
- .NET Core
- ASP.NET Core
- macOS
- iOS Development
- Flutter
- Windows Presentation Foundation
- Windows Forms
- Xamarin
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How much does it cost to hire desktop applications developers?
Desktop applications, also known as web applications, are software programs designed to run on computers with Windows or iOS and mobile phones from the home screen. Freelance desktop application developers and programmers are an affordable option to consider instead of an agency offering desktop application development services.
If your startup is looking to hire a desktop applications developer to deliver high-quality web applications—try Upwork has desktop applications developers that can complete banner ad design for you. Desktop application developers are typically software developers that train and test for hours in understanding programming languages, UX design, operating systems like Windows or iOS, and open source platforms in order to hone their web developer capabilities.
As a business owner or working professional, you want to make sure the desktop applications developer is familiar with the various browsers and programming languages required to deliver a desktop software application. The cost to hire a desktop applications developer will vary due to many factors, including years of experience, the scope of work, the project timeline, market conditions, and the freelancer’s location.
Take a look at what your app development project needs, what the business requirements are, and if you need a full-time development team to complete the job. That’s the best way to estimate the development cost to hire a desktop application developer for your project.
Experience and Expertise
To hire desktop applications developers, it’s important to consider their level of expertise and years of experience. While a more seasoned desktop applications developer with full-time software development experience may command higher pay to deliver your web application. Rates for an experienced desktop application developer can start at around $100 per hour. A freelancer that is new to software development may be more competitive and low cost in their price, require a longer timeline, and could still be learning desktop application development services. Rates for a beginner or intermediate freelancer tend to start at $50 an hour.
There are several programming languages to consider when estimating the cost to hire freelance programmers to create a desktop application including HTML, Python, Linux, Php, NodeJS, and Javascript. Desktop applications are not available on iOS, Android, or Google Pixel. Keep in mind that a desktop application programmer with experience in project management, social media, UI/UX design, backend, and front-end development could be valuable to help you get a highly downloaded web application but could affect the cost of your job.
Scope of Work
Before hiring a freelancer for desktop software development, you must first define the project scope. Will your web application have interactive features? Should the web application need an accompanying mobile app? Do you already have the API or will the programmer need to develop it?
The scope of work is a step-by-step outline of the project tasks, the timeline, expertise, workflow, development process, and recommended years of experience needed to get the job done. Be sure to develop a detailed scope of work before hiring a desktop applications developer so there is clarity about the costs associated with your specific desktop applications job.
Timeline
A beginner desktop applications developer should be able to execute standard web applications that involve prototyping, scripting, dashboards, or integrating Microsoft Excel in a short period of time. However, more complex, agile, and responsive software solutions with automation, API, Microsoft, or other ecommerce integrations could take several weeks or months to complete.
If you’re not in a hurry, you can negotiate a lower rate with even the most experienced desktop application developer. If you are on a strict timeline or need the project completed last minute, it is possible you could pay a premium.
Geography
The cost of hiring a desktop applications programmer or software engineer can also be affected by their geographic location. Outsourcing your project to freelancers in another country, with a lower cost of living, can help reduce your cost to hire or the ability to negotiate a fixed price. However, if you prefer a freelancer who lives in a country with a higher cost of living, you may have to adjust your expected pay or budget for their time and effort.
Popular desktop applications projects & costs examples
While there should be multiple iterations included in your costs, here are a few common desktop application projects you can find on Upwork in real-time:
Interactive Web Application Bot: $50-$100
The cost of desktop app development for a bot or integration will depend on the skill level of the software engineer and their knowledge of the frontend and backend development required to build it.
Cross-Platform Mobile Application: $150-$550
A cross-platform mobile application that is developed for both phones and computers will depend on the skill level of the software engineer and their knowledge of the frontend and backend development required to build it.
Mac iOS Custom Software Tool: $100-$500
The cost of creating a custom desktop web application tool in Java or SQL will depend on the skill level of the software engineer and their knowledge of the frontend and backend development required to build it.
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