> One possibility (not necessarily applicable for this one) is that the
> job involves work abroad. There are countries that do not give work
> permits unless you have a degree (as a proof of special expertise that
> can not be replaced with locals).

But that only applies to PhD's or the equivalent, not to lower degrees.

> A second possibility is that somebody is paying per-hour fees. For such a job, there 
> may be a specific request for 
> someone with a degree as the pay-hour fee might be higher.

Could be, often it doesn't matter. However on a business plan or proposal
dgrees mean things, especialy in this country. 

> It seems though that being a kernel guru is a unique quality by itself that is not 
> related to a degree.
>  This does not mean the public perception understands that...

Never have, never will. :-)

Good CEO's do understand that, bad ones don't.

Geoff.


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