Hey everyone! I'm a frontend developer currently freelancing, and I've hit a bit of a roadblock. I feel confident in my frontend skills, but I'm facing challenges because clients are asking for full end-to-end projects. The problem is, hiring a backend developer cuts into my earnings quite a bit.
I'm wondering if I could tackle backend tasks just like I do with frontend work. I don't have any production experience with backend development, but I do know some Node.js. I'm a bit scared of making mistakes in production, though. I'm reaching out to see if anyone else who started in frontend has advice on how to move forward, especially in terms of where to focus my efforts. Also, if you have any resources or tips related to backend work, that would be awesome! I've heard there are a lot of factors beyond just coding, like dealing with databases, scaling, logging, and deployment. Has anyone experimented with AI workflows for backend tasks? Thanks in advance for any help!
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Hiring a backend dev might not actually hurt your income if you play it smart. You could still handle the frontend while charging a premium for the combined work. Plus, you can learn a lot from a backend developer you hire, which could help you grow into more full-fledged projects later on. Just keep in mind, learning something new on the job can be risky, especially with client work.
That makes sense! I just feel like I'm making less than I should. I can do frontend fast and well, mainly because I use AI tools effectively. But yeah, paying a backend dev seems like a scary leap for my income.