Front-end
Frontend developer: how to hire a qualified specialist
The development of modern websites and web applications would be impossible without qualified Frontend developers involved in the technical implementation of UI interfaces. They are the ones who make sure that user requests are delivered to the server, content is displayed correctly on different screens, and animations are smooth and effortless. Of course, this is only a small part of the tasks that front-end developers solve every day, but from this we can conclude that this is a required specialist on any web project.
Today, finding a frontend developer is easier than ever, for example through offshoring or onshoring talent. How exactly it works and what benefits you can get – we’ll tell you in this article.
Who is a frontend developer and what does he do?
A front end developer is a specialist who implements the client side of websites and web applications. In short, it takes an existing design layout and transforms it into code, creating a user-friendly and attractive digital product that can be interacted with in the browser.
Contrary to popular belief, a front-end developer is not just a website designer, and its range of tasks is much wider:
- User interface development. Determining the location of all the elements that the user can interact with: buttons, forms, galleries, menus and the list goes on and creates an interface that matches the design concepts.
- Layout. Forms the structure and styles of web pages, as well as their display in different browsers and on different screens.
- Performance optimization. Works to improve the performance of a web application or site to make pages load faster and make the interface more responsive.
- Interactivity . Brings resource pages to life using animations, interactive elements and scripts that process user actions.
- Testing and debugging. Checking the functionality of the interface on various devices and in various usage scenarios, as well as eliminating errors.
- Collaboration with backend developers. A front-end specialist is a team player. Among other tasks, he actively interacts with server-side developers to ensure efficient data transfer between the frontend and backend parts of the product.
- Support and service. After the web application is released, it can provide technical support to the project and update the interface in accordance with changes in requirements and design concepts.
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What tools and programming languages should a developer know?
Frontend rests on three pillars: HTML, CSS and JavaScript. These are the basic technologies without which it is impossible to build a single website. But using them, developers have to write code from scratch each time, which is not always advisable, since it takes a lot of time and effort. Therefore, projects most often use frameworks - software platforms that make up a ready-made structure and standard modules that significantly simplify and speed up work processes.
In our company you can find frontend developers with any stack. In particular, in addition to standard HTML, CSS and JavaScript, we can use the following technologies:
- Vue.js. A lightweight JavaScript framework ideal for creating interfaces and single-page applications. It is built on a component-based approach that allows you to create applications from many small and reusable components.
- Nuxt. The framework uses the power of Vue.js and Node.js to create versatile and performant solutions. One of the main advantages of the technology is the ability to render the UI on the server, which increases the responsiveness of the interface.
- Vuex. The state management library for Vue.js programs provides unidirectional data flow.
- React.js. A reactive JavaScript library with a component-based architecture and virtual DOM that allows you to create complex and responsive user interfaces that respond instantly to user requests.
- Next.js. In fact, it is a framework for the React.js library, providing a set of tools and functions for fast and efficient interface development.
How to properly test the competence of a front-end developer?
Before you involve a specialist in a project and trust him to perform real tasks, you should make sure that he has the necessary experience, qualifications and can successfully work in your team. This is especially important when you are dealing with freelance frontend developers whose competence is not guaranteed by anyone.
The most reliable way to test competencies is a technical interview, during which you should find out:
- Technical skills. Does the specialist have the necessary technical knowledge to successfully complete the project? Find out his level: junior, middle or senior.
- Experience. Does the potential candidate have experience working in your niche or on similar projects? Ask for a link to a repository with code examples, such as GitHub.
- Communication. If you hire an offshoring specialist, that is, in another country, make sure that he can work in your time zone and knows the language and culture of the country for which the product is being created.
- Price. Carefully evaluate the candidate's rating, making sure it fits within the project's budget. This is an important aspect of effective business management.
- Organizational matters. Research how the processes were organized at the candidate’s previous place of work: who formulated the task, how the code was documented and tested. This will help you understand how a specialist integrates into a team and how to effectively cope with tasks.
How to Hire Remote Frontend Developers at AVADA MEDIA
If you need a frontend developer with a high level of qualifications, you can easily and quickly hire one from our company. To do this, you don’t need to sort through hundreds of freelance resumes for front-end developers, resolve HR issues and deal with other bureaucratic nuances. You get experienced developers who can be connected to the project the very next day.
Here is a short guide on how to hire the appropriate specialist at AVADA MEDIA:
- Determine the project requirements. Before you start looking for a front-end developer, you should formulate clear requirements for the product: its size, niche, technical features and technology stack. It is also worth considering the schedule in which the team will work, especially important if you plan to hire specialists from another country.
- Discussion of the project. Based on the client's requirements, we select the most suitable frontend developers with the right stack and experience in the relevant niche. In addition, you get access to the CV database of our specialists and, if you wish, you can select a developer yourself.
- Conducting technical interviews. We provide only highly qualified Middle and Senior level specialists. They are ready to undergo any technical interview and confirm their professionalism, just set a date and time.
- Conclusion of an agreement. We sign a contract that clearly states the terms of cooperation, conditions and quality criteria for the work done.
- Beginning of work. The selected specialists begin to implement the project under your leadership. For the entire period of cooperation, they perform only your tasks, which has a positive impact on the speed of development.
What industries do our front-end developers serve?
In most cases, the interface plays a decisive role in terms of a company’s competitiveness in the market, because it is with it that users interact directly. This is confirmed by a PWC study, according to which 32% of consumers are ready to change brands after the first negative contact. On the other hand, a competent and effective UI can increase website conversion by as much as 200% - this is the conclusion that analysts from Forester came to.
Our front-end developers serve virtually all niches and sectors of the economy and create thoughtful UIs that make it easy for customers to interact with their favorite brands. Here are some industries that may need our frontend developers:
- E-commerce. Online stores and trading platforms require a high-quality frontend for the convenience of users when shopping and navigating the site.
- money services. Banks, financial institutions and online banking services are usually equipped with a lot of functionality, but thanks to a well-designed UI, their use does not cause difficulties for end consumers.
- Media and Entertainment. Web platforms for streaming video, music, games and other entertainment content.
- Healthcare. Well-designed interfaces make medical web platforms and online pharmacies more convenient and accessible for users of all ages.
- Education. A high-quality UI helps users of educational resources and distance learning platforms focus on acquiring knowledge.
Questions and answers
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What is the best way to hire a developer: on a project basis or hourly basis?
Project payment is convenient for large projects with clear deadlines and tasks, when you can accurately determine the budget and completion time. But in most cases this is quite difficult, so we prefer to work with a more flexible hourly method - the client pays only for the hours actually worked. It allows you to build transparent interactions in fluctuating changes or indefinite duration.
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Can I hire a front-end developer for 40 hours a week?
Yes, sure. We can provide a frontend developer for 20-40 hours per week - it all depends on your requirements and the scale of the project.
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Can I hire several front-end developers at once to speed up development?
No problem. We can provide as many developers as your project needs.
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What is the minimum rate for a front-end developer?
The Frontend developer's rate depends on many factors, including his level, experience and stack.
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Which front-end developers can be hired from AVADA MEDIA?
We provide only professional Middle and Senior level developers whose qualifications we are completely confident in. All of them are current employees of our company with experience in different niches.
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What time zone do your front-end developers work in?
At the client's request, our developers can work in any time zone, so they can constantly be in communication with the rest of the team.
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Where do you find front-end developers?
Our company has been operating in the market for more than 10 years and has a large staff of proven and experienced frontend developers. In addition, we have our own IT academy, SpaceLAB, where we regularly train new front-end developers.