Outsourcing development can be a game-changer, but only if you choose the right tech stack. Here are the most common pitfalls companies make, and how to avoid them.
1. Choosing Based on Trend, Not Fit
Many companies get caught up in hype. Just because a stack like Go + React Native is popular doesn’t mean it’s right for your product. Always base decisions on functionality, team expertise, and long-term goals, not what’s trending.
2. Ignoring Team Expertise
Some companies specify a stack without checking if the outsourcing team has deep experience with it. This leads to delays and bugs. Always align your stack choice with the vendor’s proven expertise.
3. Over-engineering the Architecture
You might be tempted to build a complex microservices architecture from day one. But that may be overkill for a new product. Start simple, use frameworks like Laravel or Ruby on Rails if speed matters more than complexity early on.
4. Underestimating Maintenance and Talent Availability
What if your outsourced partner exits and you need to hire in-house? Choosing rare or obscure technologies will make hiring hard. Pick a stack with a solid developer community and long-term support.
5. Not Planning for Scale
Some stacks are great for MVPs but falter under load. If you expect fast growth, consider scalable technologies like Java, Node.js, or .NET Core, paired with robust databases like PostgreSQL or MongoDB.
Your tech stack isn’t just a technical choice, it’s a business decision. Avoid these mistakes, and you’ll save time, money, and a ton of future headaches.
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