{"id":533,"date":"2020-10-08T13:27:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-08T10:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/?p=533"},"modified":"2025-06-11T12:58:54","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T04:58:54","slug":"terminalio-vs-arc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/terminalio-vs-arc\/","title":{"rendered":"Terminal.io vs Arc: Why Arc.dev is One of the Best Terminal.io Alternatives"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Terminal.io is a talent platform that offers both a hiring marketplace as well as team management services specifically for companies looking to hire software engineers from North and South America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Arc can help you find a permanent team member (as well as contract developers) from anywhere in the world, Terminal.io primarily hires engineers from Canada, Mexico, Colombia, and Chile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arc and Terminal are both platforms that help you hire full-time software developers for your team, but which is a better fit for your needs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you choose between Arc or Terminal.io for your next hire, we\u2019re going to look at these factors:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#projecttypes\">Project Types Supported<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#vetting\">Vetting Process<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#hiring\">Hiring Process<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#cost\">Cost to Hire<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#trial\">Trial Period and Quality Guarantee\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Looking for top talent fast? See how <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/\">Arc<\/a><em> can help you:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u26a1\ufe0f Find developers, designers, marketers, and more<br>\u26a1\ufe0f Freelance or full-time remote + fully vetted<\/em><em><br>\u26a1\ufe0f Save up to 80% with global hires<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\"><strong>Hire top talent with Arc risk-free \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Arc and Terminal&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arc on Hiring Engineers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>We believe you don&#8217;t have to live in a tech hub to do great work. Arc is a remote career platform that takes the friction out of both sides of the hiring equation. We help developers prepare for and find remote jobs, and simplify the process for organizations hiring remotely. Organizations no longer have to hire only from a small talent pool when there\u2019s great talent the world over.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Terminal.io on Hiring Engineers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Terminal is pushing the world of work forward by bringing career opportunities to premier tech talent globally. We believe in helping companies reach across geographical barriers to find and engage qualified tech professionals, wherever they may be located. We provide services and infrastructure in a comprehensive solution to help our partner companies scale with ease while also offering meaningful professional opportunities throughout the world.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"projecttypes\">Project Types: Arc vs Terminal.io<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arc&nbsp;Project Types<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Arc can help you find pre-vetted developers for both permanent and contract roles, for projects where you just need that extra burst of manpower. Arc can also place you with mid-level to senior-level remote developers from all over the world \u2014 not just Silicon Valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Terminal.io Project Types&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminal io provides primarily permanent, full-time hires from Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chile, Mexico, Spain, and Poland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/upwork-alternatives\/\">40+ Best Upwork Alternatives &amp; Freelance Websites for Your Next Project<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vetting\">Vetting process: Arc vs Terminal.io<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arc&nbsp;Vetting Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Arc developers go through a rigorous and transparent vetting process before they are featured to hiring managers. We want employers to feel confident they are saving time by meeting candidates who are already qualified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arc vets developers for communication and technical skills:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Communication skills verification<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our talent partners first screen a candidate\u2019s profile for relevant training and experience. If it checks out, we then assess English language proficiency and communication skills. This is done in one of two ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Through live 1:1 video calls with our internal recruiting experts, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Through an asynchronous video interview.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Technical vetting process&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, developers will then have a technical assessment to test their skills and knowledge in programming languages, algorithms, domain specialization, and frameworks. We also test their ability to translate these programming skills into business value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To accommodate varying learning styles and preferences, technical vetting can be done in one of two ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A rigorous Arc-exclusive coding challenge created by in-house developers and reviewed by our global community of experts, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A live, online technical interview with a senior developer partner from a top tech company consisting of live pair programming, broad technical interview questions, and a deep dive into the developer\u2019s specific domain.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Terminal.io Vetting Process&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminal\u2019s website mentions that they help you recruit, vet, and hire talent, but it does not go into detail about their vetting process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/terminal.io\/how-it-works\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Per their engineer FAQ<\/a>, the vetting process includes a pre-screen for role fit. Terminal io candidates create an account and complete a profile, get matched to roles that Terminal believes is a good fit, apply, and are notified if they move forward to a pre-screen with someone from Terminal, where they\u2019re introduced to your company for interviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/hiring-developers-online\/\">Hiring Developers Online: Freelance vs Recruitment Agencies vs In-House<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hiring\">Hiring Process: Arc vs Terminal.io&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arc&nbsp;Hiring Process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Arc offers a wide range of skilled developers to assist businesses in hiring remotely for their open roles. If you need a full-time developer, Arc can help you find the ideal candidate about four times faster than the traditional hiring process, which usually takes around two months. With Arc, you\u2019ll get a personalized list of remote developers who are ready to be hired. Once you\u2019ve reviewed the list, you can directly send interview invitations to the developers you\u2019re interested in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t found the perfect developer yet, don\u2019t worry. Arc offers a new list of remote developers every two weeks to help you keep your search fresh and updated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Arc has also partnered with Deel and Remote, compliance and payroll platforms, to make it easy to do paperwork and hire across borders.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to hire a freelancer, Arc can help you find the right senior developer in just 72 hours. The process of hiring a freelance developer through Arc is simple and transparent. You\u2019ll start by <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/signup?userType=client\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">signing up<\/a> and posting a request that describes the type of developer you need. Then, you\u2019ll have a brief chat with one of Arc\u2019s hiring consultants to discuss your needs further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you\u2019ll receive a list of developers to choose from, and you can invite those you\u2019re interested in for an interview. After you\u2019ve interviewed them, you can pick the developer you like best and hire them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s it! The process is straightforward and easy to follow. With Arc&#8217;s wide network of skilled developers and their focus on hiring remotely, finding the right developer for your team has never been easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Terminal.io Hiring Process&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminal.io claims to have a diverse talent pool of over 90,000 remote workers that companies can hire from. According to Terminal, their customers usually find their first candidate within five days and complete the hiring process within 45 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you hire through Terminal io, they screen, test, and assess each employee for you. You can easily review their pre-vetted profiles, interview the candidates you like, and extend job offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminal also takes care of the onboarding process, including Human Resources, benefits, and IT support, for their clients&#8217; internal teams. They act as the local Employer of Record, and they say that their voluntary turnover rate is 30% lower than the average US tech hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/temp-agencies-vs-freelance-platforms\/\">Temp Agencies vs Freelance Platforms: Which is Better for Hiring Developers?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cost\">Cost to hire: Arc vs Terminal.io<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arc Pricing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With Arc, developers set their own expected annual salary. When you hire with Arc, you\u2019ll discuss salary requirements with a hiring consultant to have access to qualifying candidates in your budget range.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll pay a one-time fee based on the candidate\u2019s annual salary only when you decide to hire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For freelancers, developers set their own rates. Developers set their own rates and typically charge between $40 to $100+ per hour. The developer will log hours daily and Arc will invoice you weekly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Terminal.io Pricing&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminal does not provide pricing information on their website as of April 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/remote-developer-salary\">What Are Remote Software Developers&#8217; Salaries Around the World?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"trial\">Trial Period and Quality Guarantee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arc Trial Period<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>With permanent hires, Arc offers a three-month trial period and quality guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For freelance developers (contractors), Arc offers a risk-free trial period of up to two weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Terminal.io Trial Period&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Terminal.io does not offer any information on trial periods or quality guarantees on their website as of April 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You can also try <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/\">Arc<\/a><em>, your<\/em><em> shortcut to the world&#8217;s best remote talent:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u26a1\ufe0f Access 450,000 top developers, designers, and marketers <br>\u26a1\ufe0f <em>Vetted and ready to interview<\/em><br>\u26a1\ufe0f Freelance or full-time<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\"><strong>Try Arc and hire top talent now \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Terminal Alternatives to Consider<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Andela&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Andela, a New York City-based company, was established in 2014 with a focus on providing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wired.com\/2014\/12\/andela\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">training to developers<\/a> in emerging markets such as Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda, helping them secure jobs in North American firms. In response to the pandemic, Andela transitioned to a fully remote setup and extended its services to 37 additional countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, North America, and Europe. Over time, Andela has evolved into a blend of a human resources agency and a platform connecting developers with job opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Andela Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The developer candidates are vetted with Andela\u2019s vetting process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are more than 175,000 developers in Andela\u2019s community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Andela Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Does not mention on their website whether you can hire freelance developers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only recently shifted to focusing on hiring senior developers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There\u2019s very little public information about how Andela works for both companies and developers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/developer-onboarding-process\/\">How to Implement a Welcoming Software Developer Onboarding Process<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Toptal&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2010, Toptal was established by Taso du Val and Breanden Beneschott. Toptal positions itself as a premier community of elite freelance professionals, including software developers, designers, finance experts, product managers, and project managers worldwide. The company asserts that leading corporations engage Toptal&#8217;s freelancers for their important projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toptal Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Developer candidates are screened through Toptal\u2019s vetting process\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition to developers and designers, you can hire finance experts, project managers, and product managers on Toptal\u2019s platform<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toptal Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Toptal could potentially be expensive compared to other platform choices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/things-to-consider-before-hiring-freelance-developer\/\">10+ Things to Consider BEFORE Hiring a Freelance Software Developer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Turing&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Jonathan Siddarth and Vijay Krishnan established Turing in 2018. According to its self-description, Turing is a cloud-based deep jobs platform driven by data science, assisting companies in swiftly forming their engineering teams. Turing operates as a fully remote organization of more than 600 professionals and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The company&#8217;s primary objective is to connect top-tier remote software engineers with leading corporations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Turing Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you\u2019re looking for long-term employees, Turing developers are in it for the long haul and ready to contribute to your organization\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turing\u2019s developer candidates are available within 4-5 hours of PST\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are more than 1 million developers in Turing\u2019s community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Turing Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turing doesn\u2019t offer freelance developers or gig workers\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turing does not provide information on how much it costs to hire a developer using their services\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/how-to-find-developers\/\">How to Find Developers: 21+ Expert Tips &amp; Essential Strategies for 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Hired.com<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally established in 2012, Hired\/com was acquired by Vettery, its competitor, which was in turn acquired by Adecco in 2018. In November 2020, Hired and Vettery&#8217;s offerings were merged and rebranded under the Hired name. The company, headquartered in New York City, strives to match aspiring tech and sales experts with the most innovative corporations globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hired.com Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates are pre-vetted for experience, skills, and salary requirement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates are given role-based assessments and you can see their live coding playback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hired has an 80% candidate response rate and you can save 45 hours using their services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hired.com Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Depending on your budget, Hired could be prohibitively expensive. As of April 2022, Hired\u2019s Access pricing, which doesn\u2019t require a monthly subscription, will cost 15% of the hire\u2019s first year salary. With a Basic subscription, priced at $995 per month, you\u2019ll pay $9,500 per hire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/hiring-in-house-vs-remote-developers\/\">Hiring In-House vs Remote Developers: Cost &amp; Competitive Advantages<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Triplebyte<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ammon Bartram, Guillaume Luccisano, and Harjeet Taggar established Triplebyte in 2015. The company, headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in sourcing and recruiting software engineers. Triplebyte&#8217;s offerings aim to expedite the sourcing process, eliminate unproductive on-site visits, and minimize the time-to-hire duration, as per the company&#8217;s self-promotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Triplebyte Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates vetted by online quiz assessments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can see if potential candidates have Triplebyte certificates, which signify Level 3 proficiency in a language based on Triplebyte\u2019s assessments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Triplebyte provides free candidate screening assessments even if you don\u2019t use their product<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Triplebyte Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Triplebyte does not provide pricing or trial period information on their website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is not a lot of information on their developer vetting process on Triplebyte\u2019s site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Triplebyte does not provide you with matches \u2014 you\u2019ll need to manually look through the profiles of candidates who apply for your role<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-johannes-bg-alt-1-background-color has-background\"><strong>Read More<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/employer-blog\/triplebyte-vs-arc\/\">Triplebyte vs Arc: Why Arc is One of the Best Triplebyte Alternatives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wrapping Up: Arc vs Terminal.io<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both Arc and Terminal.io specialize in helping organizations that are hiring globally find software engineers and developers, regardless of the tech stack they require. However, there are still some key differences between the two:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Developer location:<\/strong>\u00a0Arc\u2019s developers are located worldwide, offering you a broad talent pool to choose from when hiring globally, whereas Terminal io\u2019s developers are mainly from Canada, Mexico, Colombia, and Chile, limiting your search.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Developer seniority level:\u00a0<\/strong>Arc focuses on providing you with senior-level help at a competitive price, regardless of your tech stack, making it easier to find the right talent for your global team. Terminal does not provide information on the experience level of its candidates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vetting process:<\/strong>\u00a0Arc\u2019s vetting process is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/how-arc-works\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">clearly outlined on our website<\/a>, whereas Terminal.io does not explicitly state their vetting process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type of engagement:<\/strong>\u00a0Arc can match you with both full-time employees and freelance help while Terminal only helps you hire full-time employees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pricing:\u00a0<\/strong>Arc\u2019s pricing and hiring costs vary depending on the engagement model, tech stack, and developer location, and can be found on our website. Terminal.io pricing, trial period, and quality guarantee information cannot be found on their website.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t think Terminal.io is the right choice for your hiring needs, don\u2019t worry! There are many other platforms available, like Andela, Turing, Toptal, Triplebyte, and Hired.com. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, be aware that using these platforms might come with some downsides, such as expensive fees, uncertain quality, hidden costs, or few part-time or freelance options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a hiring solution that is affordable, transparent, fast, and reliable, you might want to check out Arc for your next developer hire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You can also try <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\/\">Arc<\/a><em>, your<\/em><em> shortcut to the world&#8217;s best remote talent:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u26a1\ufe0f Access 450,000 top developers, designers, and marketers <br>\u26a1\ufe0f <em>Vetted and ready to interview<\/em><br>\u26a1\ufe0f Freelance or full-time<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/arc.dev\"><strong>Try Arc and hire top talent now \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-small-font-size\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\"><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong> Arc does not claim ownership of mentioned platforms\u2019 logos, slogans, and trademarks, which were used for descriptive purposes only and belong to their respective owners. We are not affiliated with or sponsored by the platforms mentioned in this post. The information provided is based on our research, and we do not claim that any of the information was approved by third parties (e.g., the platforms mentioned in this post). Platform service offers also change over time. We encourage all readers to do their own research.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hiring a developer? 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