by Simran Jessel | Mar 31, 2019 | Blog, Java Script, News, Trends, Web Development, Web Dvelopment
San Francisco (and the wider Bay Area) is home to a slew of meetups focusing on all things tech. Enjoy learning and networking at webinars, conferences, workshops, happy hours and much more year-round! A lot of these events are free to attend. For beginners, this means you can easily pick up development or programming skills, techniques and experience in a convenient and cost-effective way. A quick browse through this calendar on Meetup shows you upcoming tech events in your area. We’ve taken a look and highlighted the best events to get your journey in the tech world started:
Who:
Learn Web Development @ Rithm (1950+ Members)
When:
Tuesday, April 2nd 2019; 6:30PM- 8:00PM
What:
The Rithm School offers regular, free workshops on all things JavaScript. Many of their classes (including this one) are designed for beginners. Pre-requisite information is outlined in each Meetup event, and often provided in Rithm’s free online courses.
This is a lecture/practical event, so bring your laptop! In this event, you’ll “begin writing dynamic code. What does that mean? You’ll be learning
Note: Must RSVP on Eventbrite to guarantee your seat!
Where:
Rithm School. Suite 300, 3rd Floor. 500 Sansome, San Francisco, CA.
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by Simran Jessel | Mar 31, 2019 | Blog, Engineering, Java Script, Trends, Web Design, Web Development, Web Dvelopment
San Francisco is packed with Tech Meetups offering weekly, monthly and yearly events for thousands of people. This month, there are plenty of conferences and how-tos happening for JavaScript in the city:
Who:
The SF JavaScript Meetup (13,300+ Members)
When:
9:00AM Tuesday, April 2nd – 5:00PM Wednesday, April 3rd 2019
What:
A two-day conference focused on community-oriented web performance. “Topics include performant, JS, CSS, HTTP2, PWAs, and Service Workers, WebAssembly, performance budgets and cultural aspects of software development.”
Where:
Cañada College Theater, Redwood City
Who:
SFNode (4100+ Members)
When:
Thursday, April 4th 2019 6:30PM-9:00PM
What:
“Thomas Hunter II starts off Real World Attacks in the npm Ecosystem. Then we’ll learn about Building VSCode Extensions with TypeScript by Erick Wendel.”
Where:
Capital One. 5th Floor, 201 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA.
Who:
East Bay JavaScript (3100+ Members)
When:
Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 (every Wednesday); 5:30PM- 8:30PM
What:
“A weekly, free + public hangout for JavaScript enthusiasts that happens in Oakland, CA. No presentations, RSVPs or startup pitches/overt recruiting allowed. Just show up and talk, learn and hack!”
Where:
Lost & Found. 2040 Telegraph Ave, Oakland CA. (1 Block from the 19th street BART Station)
Who:
Women Who Code SF (12,400+ Members)
When:
Tuesday, April 2nd 2019; 6:30PM- 8:30PM
What:
“We’re a group of women who want to learn JavaScript together. We welcome people of all levels. Beginners are especially encouraged. You move at your own pace in this group, so it doesn’t matter if you are a fast or slow learner, or if you attend every week. (You can use any study materials, or work on personal side projects. Whatever you prefer to learn).
Where:
Mixpanel. 405 Howard Street, San Francisco CA.
Who:
Learn Web Development @ Rithm (1900+ Members)
When:
Tuesday, April 9th 2019; 6:30PM- 8:00PM
What:
“Interested in learning some JavaScript and seeing how it works together with HTML? Want to build a game that you can play from the comfort of your very own web browser? Then come to Rithm for a night of introductory JavaScript! At this event, we’ll use JavaScript to build a basic tic-tac-toe game in the browser. Along the way, we’ll talk about functions, if statements, and loops. We’ll also learn how JavaScript interacts with a webpage via the use of event handlers and DOM API.”
Note: To guarantee a seat, RSVP on Eventbrite.
Where:
Rithm School. 3rd Floor, Suite 300. 500 Sansome, San Francisco, CA.
by Simran Jessel | Mar 22, 2019 | Blog, Engineering, Java Script, Web Design, Web Development, Web Dvelopment
To those unfamiliar with Full-Stack Development, the title might confuse people. After all, isn’t there supposed to be a clear (but fine) line between front and back-end developers? For developers purely focused on either the client or server side, this mindset is typical. But full-stack developers demonstrate otherwise. Capable of performing roles on both the front and back-end, full-stack developers are arguably some of the tech industry’s most-wanted professionals.
1. What Makes A Full-Stack Developer Different Than Front-End Development and Back-End Development?
Most developers are either used to working in front-end or back-end development to make sure that codes for an app or site work together. Think of front-end developers as the actors you see on set, while the back-end developers are producers behind the scenes. While the front-end developers are coding using HTML, CSS, and Javascript, the back-end developers are working with languages such as Python, Ruby, PHP, and many more. Different languages, different projects, different goals. It’s easy to see why the thought of full stack developers tackling both front and back-end tasks confuses some!
2. What Full-Stack Developers Exactly Do
We know that a full-stack developer is one who can perform both front-end and back-end development. In other words, they know every layer of design of a system. What does this look like? Well, it’s quite literally someone whose skillset and knowledge combines that of both client-side and server-side developers. This means that full-stack developers know how to build with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. In addition, they also know languages such as Python, Ruby, PHP, and more. Subsequently, full stack developers are able to develop complex applications. This is because they are familiar with all architectures of a web application. By comparison, either front or back end developers are experts in their own stack, and are possibly familiar with the other side of web development, but not proficient. It might seem like a lot to know, but for developers who can do both ends of web development, it’s easy to switch between the front and back end when working on projects. This versatility appeals to many hiring managers (especially startups or smaller companies) who need highly skilled and capable developers.
3. You Can Become A Full-Stack Developer With Your Current Skill Sets
If you’re looking to advance in your career, there are numerous programs that can assist in your transition to full-stack development. Moving into full-stack development doesn’t have to be daunting. Current back-end developers looking to transition to full-stack development may want to master JavaScript, for example. 70% of respondents in Full Stack Academy’s 2018 Developer Survey reported that JavaScript is the language they use and has been ranked the most popular language among developers for the 6th year in a row. On the other side, front-end developers may want to expand their skill sets by learning Python, as it’s the most user-friendly programming language and is known for its versatility. This diagram shows the most common technologies you would need for various roles:
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4. There is Huge Demand for Full-Stack Developers
It’s no surprise that full-stack developers are in high demand. As already mentioned, they’re the gold standard of developers to many hiring managers because they offer the expertise and talents of two developers, for the salary of one. (Granted, full stack developers aren’t a bargain: they’re paid competitively). There are many full-stack developers out there, they often become a needle in a haystack to find when hiring managers are shuffling through applications. Companies scour through applications to find top talent in web development. There are plenty of web developers, but true full stack developers are harder to find. Companies scour through applications to find top talent and you will easily stand out if you know full-stack development. This is because companies are looking for employees who bring versatility and promise greater efficiency. They want someone who can multitask and save their company money by investing in someone who can perform both web development jobs! At Elevano, we’ve realized this. That’s why we aim to help companies find the perfect developer to get the job done.
5. The Salary For Full-Stack Developers Is High and Will Most Likely Increase
As a result of the high demand for full-stack developers, average salaries are increasing too. Indeed lists the average annual salary of a full stack-developer at an impressive $113,545. Remember, this average is not indicative of experience level or expertise, so it’s very likely that the most qualified full stack developers will earn more. In addition, this number will very likely grow as web development is key in almost all companies. If you’re looking to grow within your field, Elevano can help inform your transition to full-stack development!
6. There’s a Debate on the Efficiency of Full-Stack Development
Surprisingly enough, there is a heated debate on Full-Stack Development. It’s like the argument on whether you should know a lot about one thing, or a little about everything. While many agree that mastering the skill of being able to work both front-end and back-end shows that full-stack developers can make a prototype design quickly due to their wide range of techniques. It is believed that they may also be more engaged while working on the project as they’re in control of full stackability. On the other hand, some argue that full-stack developers may have multiple skills, but not as in-depth as either front or back end developers alone.
7. Full-Stack Developers Stand Out to Startups
As technology is clearly the future, so are the growth of startups. Startups are great to work for as employees tend to be valued at a higher level, receive equity, and have more room for growth as the company grows. The race to join the next promising startup is intense. To get to the finish line, startups are increasingly looking for full stack developers.
“Designers make products look beautiful, where full stack designers solve the whole problem.”
– Kyle Wong, CEO of Pixlee
Wong also expressed that having a full-stack developer from the beginning of Pixlee helped in assisting not just the building of the system itself, but also the overall aspect of the company.
Ran Segall, the co- founder at The nuSchool
8. There is a Difference Between a Full-Stack Developer and Full-Stack Engineer
It is important to note that there is a difference between a full-stack developer and a full-stack engineer. The full-stack engineer has the skill set of full-stack developers and also has experience with project management. This involves configuring, managing, and maintaining computer networks and systems. They are also essentially the voice of the product and work with multiple teams throughout the company.
9. The Need for Full-Stack Developers Are Projected to Steadily Increase
As mentioned before, companies are continuously seeking full-stack engineers and developers as a whole. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of developers is projected to rise up to 24 percent by 2024. As this is a higher than average projection, it is definitely worth a developer to invest in the time to further expand their skill sets. With Evan Data Groups’ projection of there being 27.7 million developers by the 2023, competition is bound to rise as well.
10. Full-Stack Developers Are Finding They’re Passionate About Both Ends
Many full-stack developers may have strictly studied writing code in college or how to create flashy animations that front-end developers thrive in. However, many developers are learning that they enjoy both as they practice both sides. Mike, a full-stack developer at Vitamin T, first studied engineering but quickly learned he wanted to master both sides of development. After studying C, C++, and Java, he wanted more as he quickly realized that “getting the pretty colors and getting flashy things to come together nicely (and quickly) is more appealing to me than doing the back end stuff….And now I’m oscillating madly between the two”. Like Mike, it’s never too late to learn the other side as you may learn that you are passionate about both!
by Simran Jessel | Feb 11, 2019 | Blog, Recruiting & HR, Web Design, Web Development
Mobile application development promises a dynamic career path for new graduates and seasoned professionals alike. There are billions of smartphone users worldwide, and developers are in high and constant demand to create and maintain the millions of apps available on multiple app stores today. As a result, mobile app development is one of the most popular jobs in the tech industry.
With the explosive growth occurring in this field, developers are finding it easier to land their dream jobs. With an unparalleled choice of industries and company type, it’s unsurprising that over half of the world’s total population of software developers work on mobile applications. It also makes it easy to see why a job in mobile application development will truly transform your career.
Unmatched Job Growth
This role offers exciting new career prospects no matter how many years of software development you have behind you. Why? Because in a field that’s set to reach $99 billion in total revenues this year, there’ll be not shortages of projects that interest you. Already part of a wider industry with unmatched job growth in the United States, the plunge into this type of development role makes for a sensible career decision too.
This growth means a new development strategy. More companies are moving towards a Rapid Mobile App Development (RMAD) model. In this, developers must build scalable applications at a fast pace whilst also maintaining high quality standards. Companies need a solid team to implement this strategy. That’s why mobile application developers are finding themselves increasingly more valuable across multiple industries. Companies rely on talented mobile app developers to stay competitive and up-to-date with the latest trends and technology.
Choices, Choices, and more Choices
Tech giants like Apple and Google might be the first names you think of when it comes to app development. But a quick browse through
the Google Play or Apple App Stores reveals a more exciting truth. From gaming to education, business to lifestyle and travel to social networking, mobile app developers are wanted in most industries. There’s a reason why, ‘there’s an app for that’ has become such a ubiquitous slogan!
There’s also a distribution platform for that. Besides the popular Apple App and Google Play Stores, millions of app downloads also take place via BlackBerry World, Amazon Appstore and Microsoft Store, and on multiple operating systems, including iOS and Android.
For mobile app developers, this variety translates into greater flexibility. Mobile application development offers so much choice when deciding on factors like company size and industry. Additionally, an increase in contract and remote (full or partial) options for developers offers more flexibility. Combined with reports of low stress and high employee satisfaction, it’s not wonder why mobile app development was named the best job in America by CNNMoney/PayScale.
Ready to make the jump to mobile app development? Elevano has the job for you. Contact us today to transform your career!
Check out this page to learn about the skills you need to succeed in this position, and for more information on what you can expect to do in this role on a day-to-day basis.
by Elevano Staging | Oct 22, 2018 | Blog, Java Script, Web Design, Web Development
You are ready to mark your mark in Java world. You are getting ready to start seriously applying for Javascript programming jobs. And you think it’s all about Javascript programming skills and you have developed an impressive set of those.
The problem is that you are really only half right. Great code is fine, yet commanding better work and a higher salary will take a bit more, and a new set of skills that you may not be as familiar with as you are with Javascript. The fact is to get the best of the Javascript developer jobs out there depends on ensuring more people know who you are. In other words, you need to market yourself. Here are a few pointers for doing just that:
Javascript Developer Tip No. 1: Blog
Set up a blog, and post more than once a month. Do real research and make sure you post articles that are engaging. It won’t really matter what you write about – your programming opinions, experiences, new ideas you have, or new projects you are working on. If you make it good, people will come, and you will be well on the way to establishing yourself as an expert in your field.
Javascript Developer Tip No. 2: Go Open Source
This is very common advice that you may have heard before, But it is very good advice. With one small caveat. Make sure the open source code you produce reflects the kind of job you want. If you want to go for those big Javascript developer jobs, create some great Javascript code and make sure that it does something useful.
Javascript Developer Tip No. 3: Embrace the Shiny AND the Practical
Young developers and programmers have a tendency to want to work on the shiny stuff. Ruby is often their preferred programming language over Javascript. The problem is, however, it doesn’t pay (on average) as much as Javascript, and the market is smaller, for a brand new developer at least. So while it’s fine to love something that is perhaps newer and more exciting remember that tried and tested – at least in the beginning – may be the best route to actually paying your bills.
Javascript Developer Tip No. 4: Learn How to Wow the Crowd
Figure out how to give presentations and learn how to speak in public. Research a topic and make yourself at least an expert, if not the expert. Presentations to the public are generally better if they are in part entertaining. It takes a lot of embarrassing mishaps to develop this skill, but a Javascript programmer who can explain something in plain English to management and give an expert talk on a topic will almost always command a higher salary than one who doesn’t.
Javascript Developer Tip No. 5: Keep an Open Mind
Some Javascript programmers start out their careers with a single goal: work for a really big company. And some really big companies do indeed often post Javascript developer jobs that are suitable for those without a ton of experience. But at the same time, there is often a great deal of intense competition for those jobs and the interview and hiring process can also be, to be honest, a rather intense one.
Therefore keep an open mind. There are some great smaller companies, startups even, that are also looking to fill Javascript developer jobs and are even often looking specifically for newer, idea-filled candidates. And the pay is usually good. Perhaps not as many people will be impressed when you name drop the company you work for, but that really isn’t as important as you might think anyway.
by Elevano Staging | Oct 21, 2018 | Blog, Engineering, Java Script, Trends, Web Design, Web Development
If you are looking for a career in Python programming and currently looking for Python programming jobs there’s some great news for you. In recent years the language has surged in terms of basic demand.
In terms of both business and scientific niches and companies Python now rivals Javascript in its scope of use, which translates as more, and more varied, opportunities for Python programmers than ever before. The salaries are even pretty good, with averages running at around $70,000 for an entry-level position and ranging into $110,000 and up for a very experienced individual.
Where Python is Growing Fastest
Big data is a big deal all kinds of niches right now. The advanced analytics techniques that are needed to wade through, interpret and then implement solutions from huge amounts of data are helping all kinds of businesses in all kinds of industries – from insurance to medicine, the legal field and far beyond. And these Big Data processes increasingly call for the skills of talented Python programmers. And this means that major tech companies like IBM, Google, Dell, Oracle and more are on the lookout for new talent all the time.
For those who are still only just considering learning Python, it really is a great language to pick up as it has a strong reputation for being the most efficient of its genre and its open source nature means that it is expanding all the time. It’s also relatively easy to learn and its object-orientated nature also means that many of the principles and techniques that you’ll learn with Python can be carried over to related languages like Ruby on Rails, C++ and Java. If you’re thinking of branching out to any of these languages in the future, having a Python background will greatly speed up the learning process.
But that aside, if you already have the skills you think you need to go after those great Python developer jobs it’s worth keeping some of the following tips in mind to help accelerate that job search:
Make Sure You are Familiar with Linux/Unix Command Line
No matter what programming language you are strongest in, or want to work with, real-world employers expect that any programming/developer job candidate be familiar with it.
Work On Your Own Projects
As we mentioned, Python is completely open-source, so that means there are all kinds of opportunities out there to work on projects to both gain extra valuable experience and to have a solid way to demonstrate that experience to potential employers.
Build a Portfolio
This tip goes hand in hand with the previous one. You should build a public ‘showcase’ of just what you have been doing within the developer community at large to help ‘prove’ your skills as a Python programmer are top-notch.
As most experienced Python developers will tell you Github is considered the default go-to for creating a profile that can be used to gain employment and, as an extra bonus if you work exclusively on open source public projects through it it is completely free to use.
Get Serious About LinkedIn
Many Python programmers do feel that a GitHub profile is all they need, but increasingly that is no longer the case. Even if beefing up your LinkedIn profile does not lead to Python programming jobs for you directly it does offer lots of great networking opportunities outside the ‘standard Github crowd’ that could prove very useful.
And while we are on the subject of networking, when and where possible try to get to as many physical ‘real-world’ industry conferences as you can. Not only are you likely to learn some great new stuff but you should also encounter plenty of good – and potentially very useful – new professional contacts as well.
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to education, business to lifestyle and travel to social networking, mobile app developers are wanted in most industries. There’s a reason why, ‘there’s an app for that’ has become such a ubiquitous slogan!
