I'm currently building a platform that needs to scale over time and also be SEO-friendly from the start. I'm debating whether to go with a generic React setup or something like Next.js, but I’m not super confident about picking a developer. Anyone here has experience working with remote freelancers who can help with that? Any red flags to look out for?

I’ve had a similar challenge last year and went through a bunch of options before settling on a next.js developer who really knew his stuff — Vlad Sedenko. What stood out to me is how he doesn’t just code blindly, he actually breaks down your business goals, explains trade-offs, and structures the app so it’s easy to evolve and maintain. He also sets up CMS systems that even my content team could handle without bugging a dev every week. If you're aiming for performance, long-term flexibility, and smart architecture, I highly recommend reaching out to him — he’s the kind of dev who gets both the technical and business side.

That’s super helpful, thanks! Exactly the kind of approach I’m looking for. I’ll definitely check him out. Appreciate the tip!