How much does it cost to hire an offshore VueJS developer?

VueJs is mainly used on the front-end for building the user interface of single-use apps. It is one of the most popular interface-building tools today and was initially released in February 2014.

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It is a progressive JavaScript framework that was built by combining the best parts of Angular and ReactJS. Now, VueJS has started to outperform Angular in the interface development market and has become the first choice for most developers.

VueJS has been designed in a simple manner so that it can be easily integrated into other libraries that mainly focus on the view layer. This framework can be used to develop both desktop and cross-platform mobile applications and is designed to ensure scalability for all projects.

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One of the best features of VueJS is its ability to gather the best features of Angular and React and present them in a simple and concise manner.

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With the knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, software developers can take advantage of the multiple use cases that VueJS offers. It can be used as a library or a complete framework for building apps, depending on the need of the developer.

A huge number of tools have been developed by the open-source community behind VueJS to help in the development of application interfaces. When creating an interface with the VueJS framework, it can be very beneficial to make use of these tools and leverage their benefits.

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Vue CLI

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A CLI tool is essential for programming with a JavaScript framework. You can start building new prototypes and implement new features instantly. The CLI also helps you create project structures and deploy boilerplates in a very short span of time. The graphical UI is one of the biggest features included in Vue CLI, which lets you manage projects very conveniently.

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Web development tools such as PostCSS, PWA, TypeScript, Unit Testing, and ESLint are all supported by the Vue CLI. It is also compatible with a number of external plugins to further streamline the development process.

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Bit for Vue

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Bit for Vue is the solution you need for sharing and collaborating on UI components across repositories. It also makes it very convenient for users to work on code that is synced beforehand. All the dependencies are tracked by Bit, and they are versioned as stand-alone units of code.

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Vue

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Software developers often face state management issues, and Vuex comes in to help. A lack of state management would render an app unpredictable. Using Vuex, all the state management functions are centralized and allow it to change in a proper manner only.

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Axios&nbsp

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Axios is a very popular third-party plugin that helps you manage Ajax requests. The Vue-resource menu allows you to manage a number of issues and has now been separated from the Ajax library.

A VueJS developer is a front-end developer that uses the VueJS framework to manage the graphical user interface of a web application. They need to be able to combine their knowledge of HTML, CSS, and Java to be able to build a professional-looking interface. Developers must also be able to refine the code so that it can be retrieved by the browser on the first load.

Depending on the years of experience and the skill level of the developer, VueJS developers can be classified into three following categories.

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Junior developers

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Junior developers are only thorough with the basics of Vue. They sometimes lack the practical experience needed to take up more important roles in the team, but they can cover all basic tasks. Junior VueJS developers are often mentored by more senior front-end developers to get greater tech skills. After 2-3 years of experience and practice, entry-level developers grow to a job title of middle developer.

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Middle developers

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A middle developer usually has 3-5 years of experience on different projects. They are proficient in the concepts of VueJS and know several other related languages used in the development, such as Python, PHP, and HTML. Middle developers are tased with spearheading the project and working on the execution. They are more capable of coming up with innovative ideas and implementing them into life.

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Senior developers

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Senior software engineers are experts in their field and have an in-depth knowledge of programming using VueJS. They are also able to call on concepts from other languages and tools to help in programming. Due to their experience, they usually combine several job titles like project managers, tech team leads, etc. As a result, they are expected to lead the project and make key decisions regarding the development methods and practices.

Here are the tasks and responsibilities of developers who specialize in VueJS.

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• Writing operational code using VueJS to create web applications, cross-platform mobile apps, and websites
• Using code optimization tools to find problems in the current body of code and make improvements to it
• Building modular components and libraries that are reusable for development using VueJS
• Fixing bugs after QA engineers test the product
• Working in cooperation with back-end or full-stack developers to create, update and maintain the product
• Coming up with measures necessary to maintain security and developing best practices for the project
• Staying updated regarding the latest developments in the JS framework space

Any VueJS developer should know some other technologies to use with the main language to create more effective solutions. There are some common requirements:

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• Ability to develop fully functional web applications and websites using VueJS as the primary development tool
• Complete knowledge of the core ideas of VueJS, including reactivity, components, and the virtual DOM
• Being thorough with the tools needed to develop software alongside VueJS such as AngularJS, NodeJS, HTML5 and CSS depending on the requirements of the project. 
• Proficient knowledge of JavaScript
• Using the concepts of object-oriented programming and functional programming in the project
• Proficiency in using web development tools such as Git, Webpack, and Babel
• Past experience with using and maintaining external software libraries and APIs through package managers and a command-line interface

Depending on your needs, there are three main kinds of developers that you can hire for your project.

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Freelancers

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Freelance developers are a good option for additional tasks or short-term projects. They can be helpful as additional developers for the in-house team of engineers. The main advantage of hiring a freelance developer is the easy way of using freelance platforms; however, it may take some time to find a quality candidate. It's convenient to work with freelancers with small tasks, as you can pay for each task done and stop collaboration any time.

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In-house developers

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In-house developers are more focused on building a solution for your company. They are more acknowledged of business needs, and they are more interested in the project. Hiring in-house engineers is the best way to form your core development team. After you have quality in-house developers, you can hire freelancers or contractors to help your team with specific tasks.

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Outsourced developers

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Outsource developers are often located offshore and are tied up with a software development company. It is a great option to hire an entire dedicated development team when you start a project or find a full-time contractor to help your existing team. Outsourced developers are also a cost-effective solution, as hiring quality engineers from popular outsourcing destinations is usually cheaper than hiring in US or UK.

If you are hiring a VueJS developer for a project, there is a need to prepare a detailed project description. You should mention the following details.

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• Your project aim and your needs. What is the goal of the product, how the final product should look like, what is the target audience and what problems does it solve.
• The tasks and responsibilities you require of the developer.
• Project tech scope (what technologies you want to use and which of them are required to be known by this candidate). 
• The qualifications and specific skills needed for a developer to be recruited for the project. It's also a good practice to mention the industry of our business to attract candidates with similar previous experience.
• Team description that explains to the candidates if they would create a solution by themselves or in a team of other experienced engineers, QAs, designers.

You should always pre-screen the developers you are hiring to ensure that their skills match the ones they mention on their CV. It's better to provide online code tests, but you can also check the basic understanding of the technology with the following questions.

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• Why is VueJS supposed to compete with Angular now and in the future?
• What are the advantages of using VueJS?
• How can you handle Events in VueJS?
• What are the most commonly used Directives in VueJS?
• What is the difference between v-show and v-if directives?

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You may also ask candidates to find the error in a given code and suggest measures to fix the problem.