To all developers out there: What is more fun, front-end or back-end?

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Which part of coding do you like more, front-end or back-end? And why?

As a full-stack dev myself, I have to admit that front-end is my least favorite part - even with the design given, it can be really annoying to make everything look perfect.
The back-end is easy, though; it either gives you the correct results or it doesn't - for me, as a pragmatic thinker, that part gives me the satisfaction I am seeking.

How about you?

Alessio Boost Software Agency · Accepted Answer

I prefer backend as well.
But because I have very bad tastes in general haha

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I prefer the backend.

Gaurav · Answer

@caros It's full of frustration, like when I get the job done for Chrome only to find out it does not work in Safari, such as rounded box shadows on pseudo elements and transparent videos. I have to spend hours making them work.

I used to struggle with code duplication, so now I modularize everything. Components are isolated, and I just import them on demand.

Gaurav · Answer

for me, it depends. you certainly know the logic behind the server-side program, and it's simple to implement as there are a limited amount of ways the logic can be done. Just have to handle every edge case, write a ton of tests, benchmark stuff, and load test your server.

speaking for the frontend however, you have to try a hundred different ideas on the design part to make it look good and consistent across every browser, ensuring all the colors meet the WCAG standards and implementing workarounds for things that work in one browser but not in others.

Debajit Sarkar · Answer

I manage both front-end and back-end tasks for projects, and I also interact with a team of front-end and back-end developers. What I've observed is:

Developers with artistic inclinations and a passion for user experience find Front End exciting.

Developers who value problem solving and building complex systems find Back End more fulfilling.

Caroline Schmidt · Answer

@dsarkar Makes total sense. I am more on the problem-solving side - no artistry, just logic. It just makes me happy when complex systems work out 😊

Caroline Schmidt · Answer

@zignis Oh yes, Safari is the worst! I regularly forget to check things on Safari, and then some days later - boom! Everything looks crappy 🤣
Modularization is the key, good point! But it's still not as much fun as writing methods that do stuff 😋

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I am not a developer, but I know a bit about it, and I think front-end development is more fun. Front-end development allows you to unleash your creativity and see the immediate visual results of your work. Building user interfaces, designing interactive elements, and making websites visually appealing can be incredibly satisfying.

You get to play with colors, layouts, and animations, creating an engaging and seamless user experience. Plus, with the constant evolution of front-end technologies like React, Vue, and Angular, there's always something new to learn and experiment with. While back-end development is crucial for handling the logic and functionality behind the scenes, the instant gratification of seeing your design come to life on the screen makes front-end development a particularly enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Cara (Borenstein) Marin · Answer

I see what you mean! I also tend towards backend but the fun of frontend is that you get to see what you create in a more tangible way (and can more easily show it / explain it to non-technical people too).

hardik bandhiya · Answer

Well I'm also Full Stack Dev but i mostly like frontend most because I'm new and that's what I have done the most. I also like backend too but currently not as much as frontend.

Alessio Boost Software Agency · Answer

@caros We are both freaks then ahaha

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preferences between front-end and back-end development often vary among developers. Some enjoy the visual and interactive aspects of front-end, while others find satisfaction in the logical and functional aspects of back-end development. It ultimately depends on individual preferences and the type of challenges that resonate with each developer.

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backend~~~

Caroline Schmidt · Answer

@alessio_mavica Haha well, me too!

Caroline Schmidt · Answer

@zignis Well, that's it! It's that consistency part that drives me crazy sometimes. Why do different browsers require different CSS? I also think writing front-end code can be boring sometimes because it is so repetitive.

To all developers out there: What is more fun, front-end or back-end?

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