Web Development

Most web programmers do best if they have a math or computer science degree. However, we have also experienced the pleasure of working with gifted individuals who never got to finish formal schooling but who can teach themselves. The chances and the process are the same. Be honest with your skill levels and expectations. As much as we'd like to be a training classroom, we’d rather encourage dynamic growth where we learn and discover from each other as we go along.

You are a problem solver. So be willing and ready to show up on the agreed and scheduled short trial test should the occasion call for it. If you have, for any reason, a request to reschedule the exam date, please have the courtesy to call up in advance. For those who couldn't finish on their take home exams on time, inform of the situation. Be prompt and be honest. It is not the test results or the time it took that really matter but more on how you form your logic.

Avoid following brand-name superstars who expect ridiculous returns, sport huge egos, and ultimately not ready to fully commit. Such individuals only end up nowhere. It may be more favorable if you could mold yourself as a team player and enjoy growing with a group. It is how you perform as a professional that actually open the right doors for you in the long run.

Take some time to form a solid foundation on agile programming, as we are gearing up on Ruby On Rails, AJAX, and other emerging technologies. Try to orient yourself to the idea of frameworks–as well as the discipline of rapid development.

Another good way of opening your horizons is to explore web-based open-source projects. These are usually spearheaded by other enthusiastic developers. Spend ample time in understanding the basis of the model and see if you can work your way around structures. Do not be afraid to exchange posts with others when you feel stuck. Aside from the fact that open-source projects are a good avenue for learning, it also keeps you up to date with what is going on out there. Keep a list of reference sites that may aid you specially in crucial times. When you are engaged with a couple of real live projects, your time for research may be scheduled. So try to cover as much of the basics while you can.

Remember, growth is not something that is given to you. You have to actively pursue it.

Around the world, most devoted web developers have a personal blog to engage with the community, and help contribute to the progress of web development. As a measure of your own passion, you should at the least, know most top developer's blogs and know the people behind them.

If you have references to include in your application, make sure that they can add credibility to your character. Having a professional track record also breeds good recommendations.

Bottom line is, skills can be learned and technology always changes. But being honest with yourself and having the right attitude toward your work and your company makes you definitely worth keeping.