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Tip for freelancers and Clients going to hire freelancers

Mohsindev369 — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 19:52:37 +0000

Having a good order brief makes ALL the difference!

For all web design clients looking for freelancers, please do yourself (and your chosen freelancer) a favor by creating a clear and concise order brief.

It helps us understand your vision, budget, timeline, and specific needs. This leads to:

✅ Better communication: Less back-and-forth, more focused collaboration.
✅ Fewer revisions: Reduced risk of missed expectations and rework.
✅ Smoother project flow: Everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

If I were your freelancer I would need the following in your order brief

Project Overview:

✅ Project Name:
✅ Company Name:
✅ Website URL (if applicable):
✅ Project Description: Briefly summarize your project goals and desired outcomes.

Target Audience:

✅ Who are you trying to reach with your website?
✅ What are their needs and expectations?

Functionality Requirements:

✅ What features and functionality do you need on your website?
✅ Are there any specific integrations or plugins you require?

Design Preferences:

✅ Do you have any specific design styles or references in mind?

// Side Note: let the designer make colors, fonts, and overall aesthetic decisions don't micro-manage if he's the expert Let him cook.

Budget and Timeline:

✅ What is your estimated budget for this project?
✅ What is your desired timeline for completion?

Content: ✅ Do you have any existing content that can be used? ✅ What additional content needs to be created?

Bonus:
Include any relevant examples of websites you like for inspiration.
Remember: The more detailed your order brief, the better equipped your freelancer will be to deliver a website that exceeds your expectations.
Let's make web design projects a success for everyone!

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🎯 Overcoming Impostor Syndrome in the World of Web Development 💻

Mohsindev369 — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:10:39 +0000

Hey There 👋

Today, I wanted to talk about something that many of us in the web development community have likely experienced at some point in our careers: Impostor Syndrome. 🤔

Impostor Syndrome is that nagging feeling of self-doubt and inadequacy, even in the face of accomplishments and evidence of competence. It's that voice in our heads that whispers, "Do I really belong here?" or "Am I just lucky, or do I actually know what I'm doing?" Trust me, you're not alone if you've ever had these thoughts. 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of web development, it's easy to feel like you're falling behind or that you're not as skilled as your peers. But here's the truth: You've come a long way, and you deserve to be where you are! 🚀

Here are a few strategies I've found helpful in combating Impostor

Acknowledge Your Achievements:

Take a moment to reflect on your journey. Remember the projects you've successfully delivered, the complex code you've tackled, and the problems you've solved. These accomplishments are proof of your skills and dedication.

Embrace Continuous Learning:

Web development is all about growth. Instead of fixating on what you don't know, focus on what you're learning. Every challenge you overcome adds to your expertise.

Talk About It: Don't be afraid to open up to your colleagues or mentors about how you're feeling. You'll likely find that they've experienced similar thoughts and can provide valuable perspective.

Celebrate Progress:

Break down your larger goals into smaller milestones. Celebrate each achievement along the way. It's a great way to remind yourself of your capabilities.

Remember You're Not Alone:

Impostor Syndrome is more common than you think. Many successful developers have dealt with it too. It's a sign that you care about your work and want to do your best.

Practice Self-Compassion:

Treat yourself with kindness. Remember that making mistakes is a natural part of learning and growing. Don't be too hard on yourself.

Let's turn Impostor Syndrome into Impostor Strength! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️ Remember, every challenge you face and overcome is a step forward in your journey. You belong in this field, and your unique skills contribute to the vibrant web development community.

Have you experienced Impostor Syndrome? How do you overcome it? Let's start a conversation and support each other in the comments below! 👇

Get network information using JavaScript and optimize your app

Mohsindev369 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 22:33:32 +0000

Have you every wanted to optimize your web application behavior based on the user internet performance? Maybe loading content in different qualities?

Network Information API

This API is accessed through the navigator.connection property. Here are some of the properties.

effectiveType
downlink
errt
saveData

effectiveType
The effectiveType property returns the effective type of the current connection.

navigator.connection.effectiveType //'slow-2g','2g','3g','4g'

downlink
The downlink property returns the effective bandwidth.

navigator.connection.downlink //Bandwidth in mbps

rrt
rrt property returns the round-trip time.

navigator.connection.rrt //round-trip time (ms)

saveData
The saveData property returns a Boolean, Weather the user's data-saver is on or off.

navigator.connection.saveData //true or false

Using it in a practice example

Less say we want to represent a high quality video, We first make sure that data-saver is not enabled. And if the internet speed meets their requirements, We load the video accordingly.

if(
!navigator.connection.saveData &&
navigator.connection.effectiveType === '4g' &&
navigator.connection.downlink>2
) 
{
 loadVideo("4k")
} else {
loadVideo("low-quality")
}

Thanks for reading. This I my first blog so sorry if there is any errors.