Freelance software developer and software reuse practice: development of freelancing portal for information systems management students and alumni

Information Systems Management program in UiTM have provided students with exquisite knowledge and skills on managing information. In the world of technological advancement, information is managed using sophisticated information systems, which requires extensive development skills. From the data acquired, 80% of UiTM students in the Kelantan branch are having financial issues. Moreover, developing information systems requires extensive practicality and involvement in real-life projects. Thus, the development of IMfreelancer.org would provide platforms for students and alumni to be exposed to real life development project, practicality, while generating side income. The portal is developed based on extensive research and theoretical framework that have been presented in multiple international conferences to receive meaningful input through scrutinization. The portal is developed based on constructs that have been selected through rigorous research practices. This portal has started to generate income through development projects.