Re:Ask HN: Do front-end developers fear the back-end?
by whatamidoingyo on Monday February 19, 2024 @09:43AM
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I used to. Way back when I first started learning (~10 years ago). Although there comes a point as a front-end developer where you want to build something other than static web pages.
Thus you eventually take a step into the back-end. I found it's not so bad. Actually, I discovered to like the back-end more. CSS is pain. Design is a pain. Although it can be fun sometimes as a form of artistic creativity.
> how do you handle those requests
>Do you give it a try or refuse or recommend someone else
Honestly, I'd be surprised if someone in the current year is strictly a front-end developer. Do they still exist? I'd consider getting someone on your team that is familiar with the entire tech stack.
Thus you eventually take a step into the back-end. I found it's not so bad. Actually, I discovered to like the back-end more. CSS is pain. Design is a pain. Although it can be fun sometimes as a form of artistic creativity.
> how do you handle those requests
>Do you give it a try or refuse or recommend someone else
Honestly, I'd be surprised if someone in the current year is strictly a front-end developer. Do they still exist? I'd consider getting someone on your team that is familiar with the entire tech stack.