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6 Tips on Hiring Software Developers

As we spend years in hiring, co-managing and keeping teams and various companies happy, we could almost say that we have perfected the art of hiring software developers. We say almost because recruitment evolves rapidly in the software industry. Hence, there’s little chance in perfecting it. Nonetheless, there are constant elements in hiring software developers that are worth considering.

1. Recognize the need for flexibility

Getting a closer look at the level of demand for a certain skill or type of software developer in the job market will help gauge if your company needs some recruitment flexibility. Ideally, companies should recruit strictly according to its needs. However, the problem comes up when the recruitment team relies on the common industry standards rather than identifying exactly what the company needs.

Tips for Hiring Top Talented Offshore Developers

Get[Devs] is committed to finding top talent offshore software developers for our clients consideration. When we give you the list of names we have culled for consideration to hire for your offshore development team, know that we are offering you the best of the best. We know this because of the extensive interviewing and testing process that we put every applicant through before they can make it on the list. Read More

Will I Lose Control of My Developers if I Outsource?

Losing control of your development team is a genuine concern for companies that think about outsources their website, app or software jobs. Keeping communication directly with those who are creating and coding your software, website or mobile application can allow you to understand where the project currently is and where it is going. Read More

The Difference Between Hiring a Mobile App Development Company and Creating Your Own Development Team

These days the business of development is going through a large growth, which comes complete with unforeseen changes and some false starts. When you have an app idea, you do not want your project to get caught up in the war for getting the best developer talent or be a part of the casualties of that war. Currently, are mobile app development companies springing up left and right, looking for business based on the people they have already hired. Read More

How can you insure there is no cultural differences that will impede my project?

Good question and one that we have been able to answer for many of our clients. With other outsourced developers, depending on where they are from, you can have key problems with cultural issues that you would not have if hiring in house. But again, that is why you are relying on us. We do understand the cultural differences of our developers in the Philippines. We can help your team collaboration at any time you may need it. Read More

Useful Tips for a Successful Offshore Software Development Team

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When you do not house your development team in your local office, it may seem like it would be difficult to keep your team productive and happy. And you know keeping your development team productive and happy is the key to success. So, how does one do that when your staff is offshore? Here are some tips from Get[Devs]:

Hire the most qualified candidates that will fit into your business’ climate. Get[Devs] is going to give you a choice of specialists that have gone through testing and interviewing with us. You should choose not only one that will fit the bill as far as getting the job done, but also the candidate you think will be able to work with those you have in your office at home. Read More

Why not hire other developers to test for the quality of a software, website or mobile app?

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When some software company HR departments think about hiring someone to do QA testing of their software development, they tend to have a few misconceptions. One of which is that a developer knows how his software should work, therefore he is the best person to do the testing. Another similar misconception is that others on the development team are able to do the testing for the programmer. Both of these ideas suggest that developers and QA testers have the same type of job so, they can be swapped out. Nothing in the IT world could be further from the truth. Read More

Will I save money hiring software, website and mobile app developers through Get[Devs]?

Yes, you can save money by hiring your software, website and mobile app developers through Get[Devs]. We have been in this business long enough to know this is true. Let’s look at some of the costs when you are hiring a new development team: Read More

Avoid the One Problem That Will Make Your Developers Quit: Buggy Code

While not all developers feel the same way about work related problems, there are a number of issues that all developers agree on. For instance, when asked what their number one complaint about working for a company is, software developers will answer ‘buggy code’ or ‘sloppy code that does not work’. Too many bugs in your code causes developers stress and is said to be the number one reason they quit and move on to the next company. This can be a huge cost to the company as it will become a cycle of losing your IT talent.

Retaining Developer Talent

When you take the time to find the perfect software developer, your project does not have the time to lose them to another job. One of the problems software, website and mobile app companies are facing these days is the high demand for developers – especially the specialists with experience. At Get[Devs] we understand the scope of this problem and are able to help you retain your development team. Read More