Software developer performance reviews 2.0: more fulfilling, cost-effective
When was the last time you sat down with your partner or mother and gave them a really fair and objective yearly performance review? Make sure to frame the negatives…
A Framework for Evaluating Seniority Levels of Software Developers
For a non-technical founder or manager, it can be difficult to determine an engineer’s seniority level when it is time to hire the first members of a development…
When to Hire a Full Stack Developer vs Specialized Programmers
While starting new projects, many entrepreneurs face the dilemma to hire generalists or specialists. However, the choice is not limited to: small project — go…
Here's How Much Software Developers Make in Ukraine
Software developers from Ukraine are ranked 4th in Europe and 5th globally among countries with the best developers. Because of the high level of education and the…
What You Need to Know Before Explaining Your Ideas to Developers
As an entrepreneur, you probably have no problem pitching your ideas to other entrepreneurs. But what about explaining your idea to technical professionals? It is…
4 Steps to Finding the Right Freelancer on Upwork
When you need immediate help in your team, it is convenient to use freelance websites for software developers. We are in the IT industry and know how hard it can…
Do not pay, motivate: how to convince a senior developer to stick with your team. Part 2
Start with Part 1. In the material, we continue to describe techniques for senior developers’ motivation. They are now one of the main assets of many companies.…
Do not pay, motivate: how to convince a senior developer to stick with your team. Part 1
You may say: «There is nothing to discuss here. Money is the best motivator. No money means no cool and experienced developers». Partially you will be right. BUT…
Hiring the First Developers for Your Startup
Building any software product from scratch, even if you have already successfully validated your startup’s business idea and proved it is brilliant, is both an…