Ask HN: So what is the best way to hire developers?

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by matan_a • 15 years ago

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There is quite a lot of strong opinions on the current state of affairs regarding recruiting quality developers.

I'd love to hear some suggestions from the peeps here on what they consider to be a good hiring experience they were in.

What made it stand out? What would you do if you were hiring today?

mmccomb• 15 years ago

I recently interviewed for a developer position that did not include a formal interview. Instead I spent the day working with the company on a small task. Come the end of the day I was asked to describe the design/implementation of the solution a do a short code walkthrough.

As hiring processes go it was easily the most enjoyable and beneficial (from my perspective) that I have experienced. Not only did it provide me with an opportunity to prove my ability but it also gave me an insight into the company, their working environment, my potential colleagues and the work they do.

Obviously a day is a large time commitment but if the hiring company can obtain enough assurance from a CV/personal recommendation that a developer is capable then it's an extremely beneficial process for both parties.

TMK• 15 years ago

Just a stupid idea. Get those applicants to write punch of functions which can be used on the development of the product. Give them specification of the function and they should be able to write it. Hire the one who's function is the best. xD

Ask HN: So what is the best way to hire developers?

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