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I'm not sure if its software or a program or what... I just know that I really want it and I need someone to build it.. or create it/ write it.. etc... Can someone help?

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This thread is about hiring someone to build a custom DJ app. is correct that a formal job posting belongs in the Jobs/Job Offers forum; ’s suggestion to hire a freelancer is the right direction; and ’s “sequencer?” comment highlights a useful clarification — a DJ app (real‑time decks, crossfader, beatmatching) is different from a sequencer (pattern/timeline-based composition). Below are practical next steps and things to include so a hire actually succeeds.

Prepare a short, precise spec before posting: target platform(s) (Windows/Mac/Linux/mobile), must-have features (number of decks, waveform display, beat detection/tempo sync, pitch/time‑stretch, cue points/loops, MIDI/controller support, effects, recording, library/playlist, streaming), performance targets (latency budget, sample‑accurate sync), supported audio APIs (ASIO/WASAPI/CoreAudio/JACK), deliverables (source, installers, docs), acceptance criteria, IP/licensing (who owns source and third‑party libs), budget range and target timeline.

When screening candidates: ask for a portfolio of realtime audio work, demos or recordings (preferably working builds), and references. Require a small paid proof‑of‑concept: a two‑deck prototype with basic tempo sync and waveform display is a good test. Use milestones (POC → alpha → beta → release), escrow or staged payments, and a written contract that includes ownership transfer and a short bug‑fix window. If the idea is sensitive, use an NDA.

Technical notes and cautions: for low latency and robust audio processing, native C++ (JUCE) is a common choice; C#/.NET + NAudio is Windows‑centric; Electron/WebAudio can speed UI work but may struggle with low latency. Time‑stretch/pitch libraries and codec licensing can affect cost and distribution—clarify third‑party licenses up front. Insist on Git source, build instructions, and test media so the app can be rebuilt and verified.

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Member Avatar for jbennet

You mean a sequencer?

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I want someone to create a program based on my idea.. it is for a computer.. its a dj program kinda like pc dj... but I want to change it.. and add a few things.. I also want to taKE OUT A FEW THINGS...

Member Avatar for John A

This is the wrong forum for that. If you have a job offer, please post it in the job offers forum.

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Just hire a freelance programmer, check my sig.

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I didnt mean to post it in the wrong forum.. I'm sorry

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