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How to Hire PHP Developers That Will Complement Your Team

If your website has dynamic elements such as forms, feeds, or user-customized content, there’s a good chance you need to hire a dedicated PHP developer. Yotewo can help you to find one that fits into your web development team seamlessly, whatever scale you’re working at. Read on to find out more about PHP, why it’s so important to hire an experienced developer, and how we can work with you to streamline the process.

What is PHP?

PHP is a general-purpose scripting language that is used widely in web development. A recursive acronym for PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor, PHP was created by developer Rasmus Lerdorf in 1995. Since then it’s become one of the most widely used programming languages on the web, depended on by some of the world’s most popular websites, such as Facebook, WordPress, and Wikipedia.

Because PHP can be embedded into HTML code, it can be used to create interactive and dynamic website features. It’s a ‘server-side’ language so it can be used to retrieve information from a database, process user input and serve up dynamic content.

PHP is most commonly run on the open-source Zend engine – this is what compiles and executes the PHP code. Other frameworks do exist though, like Laravel. If you’re starting from scratch, an experienced PHP developer will be able to guide you on which framework is best for your project. If you’re already using a particular engine though, be sure to ask them which ones they’re proficient in using when you hire them.

Key Uses of PHP

There are many varied uses for PHP, including:

• E-commerce platforms – PHP allows online retail websites to deal with orders, manage user accounts and display online product catalogues.
• Dynamic webpages – One of the programming language’s key benefits is that it allows websites to go beyond displaying static, unchangeable content to users, instead displaying different content each time, such as with news sites and social media feeds.
• Web server automation – You can use a PHP script to automate essential website management tasks.
• Content management systems – Because it works well with databases, PHP is an ideal tool for handling content management and delivery.

PHP is useful in any application where dynamic content and interactivity are required, and is used on website backends across the web.

What Does a PHP Developer Do?

Dedicated PHP developers can have many different roles and duties, depending on the nature of the project they are working on. In the case of entirely new websites, they may be responsible for building and testing the back-end of the website, individually or as part of a team. For new and existing sites, they will often be tasked with debugging all code and fixing any errors to ensure that the site runs correctly and with the best possible performance.

As well as writing and implementing the code for the website or application, they can maintain and update it as needed once it is launched. More senior developers may assist with determining development timelines, and making related business and strategic recommendations.

More generally, PHP developers apply their knowledge of the scripting language, their problem-solving skills and creativity to tackle and overcome any development challenges that may arise. They will also often be called on to document their processes and to attend meetings with key stakeholders.

Who Should I Hire?

If your website backend uses PHP, hiring a dedicated PHP developer is essential. Though it’s generally considered one of the easier programming languages to learn, bringing someone on to your team who has in-depth knowledge and experience rather than a generalist will help speed up development and reduce the risk of costly errors. You should look to hire either a back-end or full-stack developer who has experience of PHP implementations, and you can find one right here on Yotewo.

What additional skills the dev has are also important when you hire. If they’re going to be working independently for much of the project, then you’ll want to ensure that their project management skills and experience are up to scratch. If they’ll be closely integrating within your existing team, their interpersonal and collaborative skills meanwhile may be just as important as their coding proficiencies.

How to Hire a PHP Developer on Yotewo

At Yotewo, our aim is to be your trusted partner for creating IT teams tailored to your needs, and we make it simple to hire dedicated PHP developers that are exceptional. All of our experts are pre-vetted, so all you need to do is hire the one that’s right for you.

Our process allows you to specify your exact requirements, so you can hire a PHP developer that has experience in specific platforms and skillsets such as Shopify, PayPal, and React. You can choose between top programmers from the UK, US and around the world, with part-time, full-time or freelance availability to suit your needs and budget. Once you’ve found one to hire that’s a good match, we’ll support you through a seamless onboarding process that helps to minimize downtime, giving you results from day one.

Why Yotewo?

By outsourcing your IT recruitment needs to Yotewo, you can gain rapid access to experts on a global scale. Whether you need PHP developers on the other side of the world who can work hard while your team’s asleep, or nearshore expertise that will be a good fit with your company culture whilst delivering cost-savings, Yotewo helps you hire smarter and faster.

Take a look at our case studies to discover how we’ve helped successful startups and businesses to scale up their teams.

Tips for Hiring a PHP Developer

Before hiring, you should determine exactly what it is you’re looking for. Things to consider include:

• Experience level – Does your project need a PHP developer with 10+ years of experience, or is it one that can be handled by someone with less experience? It’s important to be clear on this, as it will affect the cost of hiring as well as their ability to get the job done.
• Length of project – Do you need to hire a PHP developer for a couple of weeks? Months? Years? Yotewo can help you find someone with the availability you’re looking for.
• Scope – What exactly do you need your new hire to do? Determining this early on will help ensure that you find the right person for the role.
• Cost – We’ve got PHP developers to suit all budgets, so spend some time thinking about how much you want to spend. This is of course intrinsically linked to the question of experience.
• Additional skills – Are you seeking a developer who has experience in a particular framework? Someone who also has front-end knowledge? Proficiencies in certain databases or tools? Hiring someone who already has these skills will undoubtedly make your project go much smoother.

Hire a PHP Developer Today

One of the major benefits of outsourcing your recruitment to Yotewo is that we can help you rapidly find an ideal candidate, without the need for a lengthy and potentially frustrating search. We put worldwide PHP expertise in easy reach and with rigorous vetting, so you can be sure you’re hiring the best person for the role. Our solutions are scalable, so whether you’re looking for a single developer or a whole team, you can start and end your search here, with no hidden fees. Get started today, or book a free consultation to learn more about how we can provide solutions to your development challenges.