What do you look for when hiring developers?

Short answer: Technical skills matter, but I look for curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and communication ability just as much. Can they learn new tools? Do they ask thoughtful questions? Are they team players? For example, when hiring, I value developers who can explain their thought process clearly during whiteboard exercises and show how they’ve handled challenges in past projects.

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.