When you're ready to build your next ecommerce store, you'll likely look into hiring a Shopify developer. But how do you go about doing that? Finding someone to build your site in many different ways and finding the best one for you can be tricky. Here are some tips to keep in mind when sourcing a Shopify developer. Writing a Project Description Before you even think about posting a job ad, you'll need to write a project description. This will include everything you'd like to see in a Shopify developer, including what you're hoping to accomplish, how much experience he/she has, his/her skill set, and any additional features you'd like included. If you don't know precisely what you want, take the time to figure it out - it's better to ask too little than too much. Once you've figured out what you want, make sure to include the following: What is the name of your shop? How long have you been running it? Do you already have a theme installed? Are you interested in adding custom functionality or integrating third-party apps? What are the most important things you need to accomplish?