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Ask HN: Where to Hire JavaScript Devs?
1 point by blindprogrammer on Aug 21, 2025 | hide | past | favorite | 3 comments
I have a small development company that I recently started. My strengths are Java, Python, and Swift, but I am weak in JavaScript due to the disorganized nature of the language. Because of this, I want to avoid vibe coders and AI-heavy programmers, since I can handle most tasks myself using APIs.

I am looking for someone who has been a working programmer prior to 2015 and has a substantial portfolio, such as multiple projects on GitHub or their own professional website. I am willing to pay fairly for the right person.

If you fit this description, I want to hire you on a contract basis as my JavaScript specialist. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions on how to find someone like this?



Adding to the "Ask HN: Who is hiring?" thread suggestion, there's also "Ask HN: Freelancer? Seeking freelancer?".

Here's the latest thread from the start of this month: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44757793


> Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions on how to find someone like this?

1. Post in the monthly "Ask HN: Who is hiring?" thread.

2. Demonstrate the legitimacy of your company and ability to pay a full-time salary consistently on time.


"Who is hiring" threads might be helpful, as others have said.

I'm also available for contract work, check my profile for relevant links and contact info :)




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