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What Makes A Great Software Developer?

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There are many types of software developer out there. It doesn't matter if they code in C# .net, Java, Python or VB, the best developers all share the same attributes. Obviously, every company wants to hire a good developer. So, what are the attributes you should be looking for? They Care About Results A good developer will care about the success of the product they are creating. They will have a positive disposition and a can-do attitude. You know you can rely on them to get the job done no matter how tight the deadline and they will use their initiative to overcome any obstacles in their way. Excellent Communication Skills Believe it or not, there is a direct correlation between good development skills and good communication skills. An experiencedcoder must be able to ask the right questions and interpret the response. They need to grasp concepts quickly and should never require step by step instructions. Able to Self-Manage Great developers are reliable and dependabl

Recruiting During Covid-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is continuing to transform the business landscape. One area that has experienced significant change is employment. Many workers have either lost their roles, are furloughed or are now working from home. Consequently, for industries conducting business as usual, recruitment is becoming a significant challenge. IT is one sector where there is still high demand, and the hiring process is becoming difficult. One way to lessen those recruitment challenges is to work with an IT Recruitment Agency . Here's why. COVID-19 Recruitment Challenges   COVID-19 is impacting the recruitment process in several different ways: ●      Self-isolation and social restrictions are impacting hiring. As well as changing the type of roles available. ●      Increasing demand for IT Security, Web and Comms skills ●      Relocation not currently an option for many candidates ●      Social distancing making it more difficult to vet candidates for roles. Challenges Vetting Can