Odesa is one of the most popular cities in Ukraine due to its friendly environment, cultural events and seashore, and tourist attractions. But, at the same time, Odesa is also an important tech hub in Ukraine - to be more precise, the 5th largest tech center. In 2019 the city hosted 150+ IT companies and web agencies, out of which more than 50 are registered on TechBehemoths. Also, here, by 2018 the number of IT professionals enrolled in the sector was estimated at more than 10K. The city’s educational system ensures an increasing number of specialists for the IT sector each year, and thus, develops the city’s entire business environment. 

The range of industries the local companies are working in is really quite impressive. A few massive companies are developing projects in the automotive industry and banking. Other slightly smaller companies focus on enterprise solutions, mobile app development, big data projects, gambling, travelling, healthcare, UI/UX design, and so on. Software product IT companies are focused on cybersecurity, telecommunications, AR solutions, and diverse mobile applications. Odesa is also known for a few internet marketing studios, like Netpeak and Adtelligent (ex. VertaMedia). 

When it comes to salaries, the average one in Odesa for IT professionals is estimated to be $40/Year according to Average Salary Survey Data. This means that skilled developers get one of the highest wages in the region. Based on the same source, the best-paid human resources in the field of IT and technologies are Project managers, with an average salary of $57/Year, while the least-paid professionals are marketing managers. 

Overall, is one promising destination for IT companies that want to invest in BPO and export their services abroad. The number of young professionals is growing and the IT infrastructure is improving - which is creating a favorable business environment.

Web development is about creating, building, and maintaining websites or web applications using programming languages and web development frameworks. The main reason why web development services are popular is the need for businesses to establish their presence on the web. 

Building a website or a web application involves creating the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX), including the layout, colors, fonts, and images. It also consists in optimizing these elements for mobile and desktop, making the interface accessible to users, and facilitate the interaction between the user and the application. On the back-end, it involves scripting, server configuration, and database management. At the same time, it includes testing, maintenance, and ensuring overall functionality.

According to recent studies, over 4.7 billion people worldwide have access to the Internet. So, it’s obvious that having a well-designed and developed website is essential for any business that wants to succeed online.

On top of that, the number of mobile internet users is constantly growing, with approximately 92% of internet users accessing the web through their smartphones which proves the importance of responsive and optimized websites on mobile devices.

In a nutshell, a web developer, which is providing development services is responsible for:

• Establish a company's online presence via a web application
• Improve and optimize the performance of the website or web app
• Update and maintain the well-functioning of the website or web apps

In addition, depending on the terms of a contract between a company and a web developer, the second can assist with: 

• Backup the data of the website
• Operate changes to the UI
• Migrate the website to another domain or platform

Usually, a web developer should have both soft and hard skills. The soft skills are related to communication and reporting, while the hard skills help in the development process.  

If you choose to work with a web development company, make sure to keep in mind the following criteria in the selection process:

• The company should have experience in developing websites or web applications that are similar to yours.
• A solid portfolio that proves examples of their work.
• Communication abilities enough to pass through cultural, linguistic, and time-zone barriers.
• Transparency and proven track record

Carefully evaluating these factors, you can choose a Web Development company that best aligns with your needs. There are more than 18699 companies on the TechBehemoths platform that offer a wide variety of web development services.

 Explore their detailed profiles, and client reviews, and feel free to get in touch with them. We’ve created also a powerful filter that you can use to narrow down the results based on your requirements and shortlist the companies. 

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