I have been writing
software since high school. Starting with 4rd geration languages like
Foxpro/dBase, I moved on to C/C++. I also developed PowerBuilder and
Visual Basic applications for a number of years.
When Java came along
and became popular in mid 90s, there was no going back. Over the next
10 years, I worked on numerous web based projects. With the advent of
J2EE, the web development not only became more accessible but easier.
The focus in those days was mostly on server side functionality and
UI/UX was not a priority.
As Javascript and
related client side technologies matured, the focus shifted to client
side behavior. I have spent last decade or so as a full-stack
developer with an emphasis on client side.
I have worn many
hats in my career spanning more than 20 years. As developer, dev
lead, project manager, architect, data architect etc., I have been
fortunate to be part of all aspects of software development
life-cycle.
The software
development has evolved over the years tremendously. With tools like
JIRA and Github, it has become easier track projects and code bases.
I have shunned
corporate career path, to retain creative independence. Problem
solving has always been my strong suite. At this stage in my career,
I need to be challenged with unique problems and also need to apply
creative solutions to mundane problems.
I choose to be am
independent contractor and Toptal seems to be the right vehicle for
that.
It will give me a
stress-free environment to work with out the annoyance of office
politics or commute.
The Pay seems to
above average.
I understand that
they have a stringent screening process.
