Key Skillsets for a Senior Angular Developer
- JavaScript Proficiency
- Deep understanding of core JavaScript concepts (ES6+ features, closures, promises, async/await).
- Proficient in manipulating the DOM, event handling, and JavaScript debugging.
- Angular Framework Expertise
- Extensive experience with Angular (preferably Angular 2+).
- Understanding of Angular's architecture, including modules, components, services, and dependency injection.
- Strong knowledge of Angular CLI and its commands for project scaffolding and management.
- Component Lifecycle
- Thorough understanding of Angular component lifecycle hooks (OnInit, OnChanges, DoCheck, AfterContentInit, AfterContentChecked, AfterViewInit, AfterViewChecked, OnDestroy).
- Ability to implement and optimize component lifecycle methods for performance and maintainability.
- State Management
- Experience with local state management using Angular services.
- Proficiency in global state management libraries such as NgRx, Akita, or similar state management tools.
- Understanding of reactive programming principles and RxJS for managing asynchronous data streams.
- API Integration
- Strong experience with HTTP client for making API requests and handling responses.
- Knowledge of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and WebSocket integration.
- Ability to design and implement efficient, secure, and scalable API integrations.
- Routing and Navigation
- Expertise in Angular Router for implementing navigation and routing.
- Experience with lazy loading modules and route guards for enhancing application performance and security.
- Ability to manage complex routing scenarios, including nested routes and dynamic routing.
- HTML & CSS Mastery
- Strong understanding of HTML5 and CSS3 for building responsive and accessible user interfaces.
- Experience with preprocessors like SCSS or LESS.
- Knowledge of modern CSS frameworks and methodologies (e.g., Bootstrap, Flexbox, CSS Grid).
- Unit Testing and Debugging
- Proficiency in writing unit tests using Jasmine and Karma.
- Experience with end-to-end testing frameworks like Protractor or Cypress.
- Strong debugging skills using browser developer tools and Angular DevTools.
- Build and Deployment
- Experience with build tools such as Webpack.
- Understanding of continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Knowledge of deploying Angular applications to various environments (development, staging, production).
- Version Control and Collaboration
- Proficient with Git for version control.
- Experience with collaborative development using platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.
- Ability to participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and adhere to coding standards.
- Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to mentor and guide junior developers.