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Vasyl P., Vercel Developer

Last Job: 2 Sep 2024

Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience, specializing in JavaScript, React, and TypeScript. Delivered innovative web and mobile solutions using React Native, Next.js, and various other modern technologies. Extensive experience in automating complex tasks and contributing to international team settings. Holds a Computer Science Degree and has been instrumental in developing platforms for communication, business management, and charitable contributions, leveraging skills in Node.js, GraphQL, Apollo, high-performance services with Next.js (SSR, SSG, ISR), and database management. Proficient in CI/CD practices, agile methodologies, and utilizing development tools such as Visual Studio Code, Docker, and cloud services like AWS. Proactive in incorporating accessibility, internationalization, and PWA functionalities to enhance user interfaces.

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JavaScript 7 yr.

as React 7 yr.

TypeScript 7 yr.

React Native 4 yr.

Ext JS 4 yr.

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Bahman S., Vercel Developer

Last Job: 25 Aug 2023

- Full-Stack developer with 5+ years of professional experience - Back-end development with Python (Django, Tornado), familiar with Python frameworks like Celery, Selenium, Asyncio - Database knowledge of MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Redis - Some DevOps knowledge with Docker, Kubernetes - Front-end development with Angular - Upper-Intermediate English

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Python

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Eugene Ch, Vercel Developer

$33/hr

Last Job: 3 Jun 2024

A well-rounded Full Stack WordPress Developer with extensive experience encompassing over a decade in PHP and JavaScript, complemented by proficiency in front-end technologies like React.js, Vue.js, Svetle.js, and Gatsby.js. Proficient in integrating APIs and developing WooCommerce plugins, the engineer has a hands-on approach to custom WordPress theme optimization, demonstrating a strong understanding of both back-end and front-end development. With significant experience leading development teams and contributing to SDLC, coding standards, and automated quality checks, this candidate brings a wealth of knowledge in computer systems from their formal education. The engineer is skilled in deploying Next.js with WordPress as a Headless CMS, evidenced by successful project completions with complex integrations, and possesses a keen ability to seamlessly introduce new functionalities and fix underlying issues in pre-existing applications.

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PHP 10 yr.

D3.js 11 yr.

SvelteJS 1 yr.

Vue.js 1.5 yr.

React 5 yr.

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Felipe M., Vercel Developer

Last Job: 20 Oct 2023

- Senior software engineer with 18+ years of experience in system analysis and software engineering. - Specialized in PHP and Node.js with 10+ years of experience in each. - Proficient in front-end development using ReactJS and NextJS for over 4 years. - Extensive experience in cloud architecture for application development, with 10+ years of experience in Amazon Web Services and 3+ years of experience in Google Cloud. - Skilled in microservices and integrations, with 15+ years of experience. - Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, including SCRUM and KANBAN. - Expertise in creating cloud infrastructure, implementing continuous integration and continuous delivery processes for web applications. - Familiarity with a wide range of technologies and tools, including MongoDB, MySQL, Firebase, Elastic Stack, Docker, Kubernetes, and more.

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Node.js 10 yr.

TypeScript 6 yr.

PHP 18 yr.

AWS (Amazon Web Services) 10 yr.

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Danil Y., Vercel Developer

Last Job: 4 Jul 2023

- 6+ years overall experience in the IT industry as a software engineer - Experienced working with FE and BE technologies - React, Node.js, Next.js - He worked in the fields of e-commerce, e-learning, and crypto wallet and is interested in the blockchain field. - He has experience as a leader and can be both a good team player and an independent dev - Upper-Intermediate English - Available ASAP

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React 5 yr.

Node.js 4 yr.

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How and where is Vercel used?

Static Websites: Hosting static sites securely
Serverless Functions: Running serverless functions
Jamstack Applications: Building Jamstack apps
Next.js Applications: Deploying Next.js projects
APIs: Creating and managing APIs
Preview Deployments: Previewing changes before production
Continuous Deployment: Automating deployment processes
Dynamic Routes: Handling dynamic routes efficiently
Webhooks: Integrating with webhooks for automation
Global CDN: Utilizing Vercel’s global CDN for fast content delivery

Compare Junior, Middle, Senior, and Expert/Team Lead Vercel Developer roles

Seniority Name	Years of experience	Responsibilities and activities	Average salary (USD/year)
Junior	1-2 years	Code debugging Implementing small features Assisting in testing	$50,000
Middle	3-5 years	Developing new features Code reviews Collaborating with teams	$80,000
Senior	6-8 years	Architecting solutions Mentoring team members Leading projects	$110,000
Expert/Team Lead	9+ years	Setting technical direction Team management Client interaction	$150,000

Quick Facts about Vercel.

In the mystical year of 2015, the sorcerer Guillermo Rauch summoned the magical Vercel into existence with a wave of his wand.
Most wizards and witches in the realm of web development enchant their Next.js and React potions using the powerful Vercel cauldron.
To enter the realm of Vercel sorcery, one must first learn the ancient incantations of JavaScript and master the Git spellbook.
Many adventurers exploring the land of Vercel often seek guidance from the wise GitHub oracle for version control and collaboration.
Legend has it that Vercel’s founder, Guillermo Rauch, once transformed a pumpkin into a fully functional website in just under an hour using Vercel magic.

TOP Vercel Related Technologies

Next.js (Vercel, 2016)
React (Facebook, 2013)
GraphQL (Facebook, 2015)
Node.js (OpenJS Foundation, 2009)
TypeScript (Microsoft, 2012)

What are top Vercel instruments and tools?

Vercel CLI: Command-line interface for Vercel – Released in 2016
Vercel Dashboard: Web interface for managing Vercel projects – Released in 2016
Vercel for GitHub: Integration for deploying Vercel projects from GitHub – Released in 2018
Vercel for GitLab: Integration for deploying Vercel projects from GitLab – Released in 2020
Vercel for Bitbucket: Integration for deploying Vercel projects from Bitbucket – Released in 2020
Vercel Edge Network: Global CDN for Vercel projects – Released in 2016
Vercel Analytics: Analytics tool for monitoring Vercel deployments – Released in 2019

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