Full Stack Developer
A full-stack developer is a software engineer with knowledge and expertise in all layers of a web application's development. This includes the front-end (client-side) and back-end (server-side), as well as the database and infrastructure. Full-stack developers can design, develop, and deploy a complete web application from start to finish. They are versatile and can work on various aspects of a project, from the user interface to the server-side logic.
What they love about their jobs
Creative professionals talk about their favorite parts of their day.
“I'm never bored! Development is like solving puzzles every day, and it's exciting to see the products I create with my team come alive on the web and other digital platforms.”
"I enjoy being at the intersection of tech and design. I am forced to solve complex design problems using tech solutions, making my role very unique to the industry.”
“I truly enjoy assembling the team and the technology to solve a gnarly business problem in a new and creative way.”
Where this is needed
Skills to thrive in this field
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Strong Problem-solving
Often faced with complex challenges that require them to think critically and creatively
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Collaboration
Often work with teams of designers and product managers
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Time Management
Manage time effectively in order to meet project deadlines and deliver high-quality work
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Attention to Detail
Even small mistakes can have an impact on the functionality of a project
Commonly used tools
Visual Studio Code
A code editor used to build and debug modern web and cloud applications
Python
A programming language that lets you work quickly
and integrate systems more effectively
GraphQL
GraphQL is an open-source data query and manipulation language for APIs, and a runtime for fulfilling queries with existing data
Docker
A developer platform used for building, sharing, and running applications
