I get asked this question all the time (who doesn't?). Of course, we'll just assume you're all trained up with mad skizzles as a web developer ("skizzles" that's what the kids say right? Right!?). Which these days, can mean one or more, or all of the following: Front-End Designer/Back-End LAMP Guru/Programming Framework Ninja/SEO Expert/Social Media Wiz.
If you're not one of the above, just check out lynda.com's software tutorials or cartoonsmart.com's training videos to pick up a few of those skill sets.
Beyond that, it's a simple two-fold process. I've outlined them below and also included some helpful resource links to give you further insight:
- Find a prospective client and negotiate the project scope and price with them.
For an understanding of how this process will go, please check out Scofield Editorial's illuminating YouTube video on The Vendor Client Relationship. - Once negotiations are finalized, design and build away!
Fellow web developer and SEO guru Mathew Inman has taken the time to chart the process of Design and Development of a Typical Web Project (or: How A Web Design Goes to Hell).
Have fun with your new, free-stylin' work-from-where-ever-you-want business! Your friends will all be jealous! Many thanks to Scofield Editorial and The Oatmeal for sharing their expertise and insight!
