I'm looking for someone to deploy a Ruby/social networking site for $350. I've had a developer estimate it could take about 8 hours to complete. I'm not a programmer, but I've been told insoshi would be a good off-the-shelf solution. If you can think of a better way, I'd consider other open source solutions as well.
Here is a detailed description that would appear on the independent contractor agreement, and is negotiable. If you have alternative to slicehost.com, I'm open to suggestions. Please let me know if you or someone you know would be interested:
Social Networking Site ("SNS") with the following fully functioning features:
Home page Signup page and process different access levels for: guest, member, admin member profiles area (including uploading photos and other profile customization options) browsing of member profiles searching of member profiles polls area quizzes area events area shopping area forums chat
Install fully functioning production environment "from scratch" on Client's "256 slice" account at Slicehost.com. Install database to securely store SNS data, such as forum posts, member profiles, passwords, polls. Test SNS to make sure it functions properly and completely in Client's "256 slice" production environment. Guide Client in installing all necessary client-side software to administer the SNS and production environment. Guided walk-through that confirms that Client can operate and administer the SNS and production environment. Informal documentation, as Contractor deems necessary.
I do not expect any graphics/layout design for this budget - just the essential SNS functions.
Please email your qualifications (c.v. or resume) and availability asap. Looking to launch asap. Looking for qualified people for additional deployements down the road as well.
Thank you. nationwideforum@gmail.com