Penny Wise, Pound Foolish: The High Cost of Hiring Cheap Developers

Julia Zhipa
3 min readDec 20, 2023

In the competitive world of small business, the decision to hire developers can have far-reaching consequences. While the allure of low-cost options is tempting, this choice often leads to substandard products and increased long-term costs. This article delves into why hiring cheaper developers is a costly mistake for small businesses, affecting not just the quality of the product but also the long-term viability of the business.

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Julia Zhipa

MS Computer Science. AI Consultant & Tech Educator. Fiction Writer & Screenwriter. Based in 🇺🇸 Follow my IG @juliazhipa