There are dozens of companies connecting freelancers, and new ones are emerging constantly. The network helps you stay informed about them.
Monitoring the market situation
As a member of the network, you will receive information on industry changes, market rates, and fluctuations in demand.
Networking
Through the network, you can create valuable connections with other freelancers and potential collaborators.
Broader job opportunities
The network helps you land more and better projects.
I received three top-notch offers through Ohjelmistofriikit within a week, in all of which I was introduced to the clients.
Veli SavolainenFull Stack Nomad, Nomacode LLC
Beyond project opportunities, Ohjelmistofriikit offers valuable peer support and a broader understanding of the market. The community’s contract template also serves as a reliable reference point when reviewing client-proposed terms.
Carlo HyvönenFreelancer / MinMax Engineering Oy
Through Ohjelmistofriikit, I’ve become part of a community where I get peer support and practical tips related to IT entrepreneurship. Through the community, I hear about projects from numerous partners among the first — all in one place.
Ville ReippainenSenior Full-Stack Developer / Scrum Master
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ohjelmistofriikit is a freelancer network aimed at improving the position of freelancers in Finland.
Ohjelmistofriikit is intended for all freelancers and those aspiring to become freelancers working in the software industry, regardless of their role. The network already includes coders, testers, project managers, and UX designers, among others.
If you’re not a freelancer but represent a consulting firm, you can join the network as a partner member.
No, you don’t need to be a freelancer. You can also be an employee interested in becoming a freelancer
You’ll be listed with several companies that hire freelancers without having to send your CV to each one individually. As new companies join, you’ll also be added to their lists automatically, without needing to do anything. This improves your chances of getting your next gig quickly when you need it.
Additionally, the network offers peer support and various collaboration opportunities with other freelancers.
No, freelancer membership is free of charge.
You can join the network by filling out the membership form. Usually, you’ll receive an email within a few hours with a link to log in to Slack.
We respond to all membership requests, even if we haven’t accepted you into the network. If you haven’t received a response within two days, first check your spam folder. The message should come from contact@ohjelmistofriikit.fi.
If you haven’t received anything within two days, send an email to contact@ohjelmistofriikit.fi.
Ohjelmistofriikit is operated by a company called Ohjelmistofriikit Osk. It is 100% owned by the companies of the freelancers in the network. So, Ohjelmistofriikit is not part of any larger consulting firm group, unlike almost all other freelancer networks.
You can also join the cooperative as a freelancer and thus become an owner of Ohjelmistofriikit.
As a freelancer, I know how challenging it can be to find reliable job opportunities and grow professionally without the support of large companies. Many of us face loneliness and uncertainty — that’s why I founded Ohjelmistofriikit.
Ohjelmistofriikit is a network created by freelancers for freelancers, where we help each other succeed. Here, you can find support, learn new things, and grow professionally — without a big company benefiting in the background.
Join us and experience how much our community has to offer.
Miikka SalomaaFounder of Ohjelmistofriikit
Join the network today and take your freelance career to the next level.
