Introducing SenchaDevs.com, Our New Developer Directory

February 11, 2011 | James Pearce

Today, we’re pleased to announce the launch of SenchaDevs, the definitive directory of developers working with Ext JS, Ext GWT, and Sencha Touch frameworks. (Read our full press release.)

Put simply, the site allows developers — both individuals and companies — to list and advertise their capabilities. Prospective clients, looking to embark upon Sencha projects, can then easily find and contact developers that meet their criteria.

The site is designed to be really easy to use:

• Developers complete a simple sign-up, providing details of their business, their location, and their particular skills. They can also create a portfolio of previous Sencha-based projects.
• Clients come to the site, looking for developers. A simple filter allows them to specify the skills required, and the size or cost of the project. The system lists developers who meet these criteria, along with relevant information about each match.
• Once the client has found suitable developers, they can use the site to make contact, providing further information about the planned project, and to request a proposal from the developer.
• When the project is complete, the site allows the developer to ask the client for an endorsement — which, once approved, is also displayed on the site — so that future clients can, in turn, see those developers who have delivered successful projects.

The rise in prominence of HTML5 and mobile web applications is driving demand for Sencha skills. We think this represents a huge opportunity for independent developers and agencies that can offer these skills.

SenchaDevs is part of our overall commitment to the web application development community, and a way in which we can help grow all of our partners’ businesses, as well as making it easier for businesses worldwide to deploy Sencha solutions.

We hope you find SenchaDevs useful and effective — and of course, please let us know what you think!