I’ve had mixed luck trying to find solid front-end dev partners. One time I brought someone on who looked great on paper, but they just couldn’t hit deadlines or communicate well. That setback cost us a client. I’m more cautious now, but still looking. What’s worked for you when it comes to finding reliable help?
Posted by ot11ss (Member # 38674) on :
Ah, I’ve been down that road too. A few years ago, I was managing a rebranding project and hired a freelancer who completely ghosted halfway through the sprint. Since then, I’ve changed my whole approach. Instead of rushing in, I started looking for teams with proven project histories and strong references. One of the things that helped was this link that breaks down what to look for in vetted front-end partners — really helped me refine my checklist. Having clear expectations from day one made all the difference. I now ask for code samples early, set up a test task, and prioritize communication style as much as skill.
Posted by augustusxgermanicus (Member # 38675) on :
Funny seeing this topic — I’m not in dev myself, but I’m always curious how teams build out their tech. My buddy runs a small SaaS company and he talks a lot about how finding the right partners can make or break a launch. It’s interesting how much goes into something that, from the outside, seems like just “hiring a dev.” Makes you appreciate the process more when you realize how many variables are in play.
Posted by monikaaa (Member # 38266) on :
I see many people recommending mobile apps, but honestly, in real video work it’s not the interface that matters, it’s stability. I edited marketing clips once and a 12-minute project crashed during export, causing us to lose 3 days of edits. After that I started thinking that professional tasks need a different level and looked into offshore development services which can provide solutions tailored to specific goals. Have you ever felt that the time lost on bad software cost more than just buying a proper tool?
