What you need to know
A hiring conversation should explain how the developer works, what is included, how decisions are approved, and what happens after handover. Ask for relevant examples and a description of your responsibilities.
How to apply it
Ask who owns code and domain, how revisions work, whether content and testing are included, how deployment is handled, and how maintenance is priced. Keep answers in writing.
Common mistake to avoid
Avoid vague promises such as guaranteed rankings or unlimited revisions. Ask what exact work and evidence support each claim.