Jordan begins his day by optimising database queries for a blog platform to improve performance. He writes SQL queries and works with his mentor to refactor the database schema. After lunch, he integrates an external API for fetching blog post data and writes unit tests. Later, Jordan shares his progress in a team meeting and commits his changes before wrapping up.
Background & Qualifications:
Jordan joined Hot Beans in early 2024 after completing a BTEC Level 3 in IT and gaining hands-on experience through freelance web design projects. With a strong interest in creating responsive, user-friendly websites, Jordan quickly became an integral part of the front-end team.
Technical Skills:
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
- Familiar with Figma for UI design collaboration
- Currently expanding into TypeScript and Tailwind CSS through our skill development program
Quote from Jordan:
“Working at Hot Beans has been a game-changer for my career. I’ve learned so much in such a short time, and the team is incredibly supportive. I love the mix of creative freedom and technical challenge—it’s the perfect place to grow as a developer.”
Priya starts her day by refining the user interface of a client’s e-commerce website. She works on improving the layout, ensuring responsiveness across devices, and tweaks the CSS to match the brand’s style. After troubleshooting a JavaScript issue with a mobile image slider, she attends a team meeting to discuss upcoming features. Priya wraps up her day by pushing her code and documenting her progress.
Background & Qualifications:
Priya joined the team in mid-2023 after completing a Foundation Degree in Computing and working on several open-source projects. With a natural problem-solving mindset and a passion for building efficient systems, she has quickly made her mark on several client projects.
Technical Skills:
- PHP, Python, MySQL
- Experience with RESTful APIs and version control using Git
- Currently exploring cloud deployment and containerization tools like Docker
Quote from Priya:
“Hot Beans has given me the perfect launchpad to turn my passion into a real career. I’ve had the chance to work on real projects from day one, and there’s always room to ask questions, try new things, and grow. The mentorship and team vibe here are amazing.”
Sam starts his day by researching JavaScript libraries for interactive data visualisation on a client’s dashboard. He integrates the library into React and meets with his mentor for a code review. After lunch, he works on back-end API endpoints and encounters a bug with real-time data updates, which he resolves using WebSockets. Sam commits his code and writes tests before finishing his day.
Background & Qualifications:
Sam came on board in early 2023 after completing a BTEC Level 3 in IT and gaining experience through a year-long internship at a local tech startup. With a passion for both front-end creativity and back-end logic, Sam has thrived as a full-stack contributor on multiple web projects.
Technical Skills:
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
- PHP, Python, MySQL
- Comfortable switching between front-end and back-end tasks
- Currently learning Next.js and improving DevOps skills with guidance from our senior team
Quote from Sam:
“Hot Beans is the kind of place where you’re encouraged to experiment and grow. I’ve been trusted with real responsibility from the start, and there’s always someone willing to help when you hit a wall. It’s a great environment for anyone starting out in tech.”