How to Find the Right Resource to Build Your Website – Part 2
In our previous blog, we discussed the various resources for website development. Next we will explore which technical skills you need to look for when hiring, based on the type of role you need.
Website Programmer
Website programmers are responsible for work on databases and the back-end side of the code on the server.. This type of developer is responsible for building a solid foundation for your website, so you’ll want to look for someone with the best skillset for you. For example, if you’re building a Laravel type of website you will want a developer well versed in Laravel, PHP, MySQL, HTML, and CSS.
There are so many coding languages available to choose from today which can be quite overwhelming. Companies like Allshore offer their expertise to narrow down what you need and will help find the right fit for you.
Website Designer
Website designers are responsible for preparing and styling website content on the front-end of your website. A designer should be versed in CSS, HTML, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other image editors, and PHP. For “drag-and-drop” type websites, it is also helpful for your designer to have experience in jQuery.
Graphic Designer
Graphic designers are responsible for the aesthetic of your website. Their expertise is to create an interface and user experience for your website. Graphic designers will need to be experienced in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other image editors.
Soft Skills of a Website Programmer
While website development requires a variety of technical skills, there are soft skills that are invaluable and will help ensure your team succeeds. We recommend that you look for someone with great comprehension and communication skills, someone that values transparency and honesty, and that has the confidence and capabilities needed to build your website.
Allshore provides you with experienced and talented developers that are well vetted through an intensive interview process. Our goal is to make hiring an offshore developer a seamless process for you and your company. However, only you know who will truly be the best fit for your team. Following these guidelines will help you to build a successful team that will get you the best website possible. Let us know how these tips helped you in the comments below.
