Web Developer Interview

Writes and reads code that's properly structured and maintainable; can explain design choices in front-end and server-side code, spot problems in unfamiliar code, and describe how they enforce standards through review and automated checks.

Has a real testing process across target browsers, devices, and operating systems; validates markup, handles feature support differences deliberately, and builds keyboard and screen-reader usability in rather than bolting it on.

Models databases that support the application's actual access patterns, understands indexing and query performance, and can reason about server-side processes, caching, and scalability.

Measures before changing anything; isolates whether an issue is client, network, server, database, or infrastructure; identifies root causes rather than patching symptoms, and verifies fixes.

Listens for the underlying user need behind a stakeholder request, converts it into stated technical requirements, confirms understanding before building, and treats recurring user inquiries as signals to fix the product.

Backs up files and databases before releases, tests restores, uses staging environments, plans rollbacks, and keeps track of domain registrations, certificates, and hosting access in documented form.

Stays current through reading, courses, and professional groups, and applies a clear filter — problem fit, maturity, maintenance cost — when deciding whether to adopt a new language, framework, or tool.