Mark Wrote:
Am I the only programmer with multiple environments (clients) that continues
to follow in the footsteps of prior sloppy programmers. It appears that most
on this forum are full-time programmers for a specific software company or
large end user. Just curious.
Thanks
My Reply:
I'm a "eat when you work" programmer that takes clients of all sizes and
types and languages, whenever possible. Used to work for ROI Systems before
Epicor bought them and replaced the talent with trained monkeys (kidding,
well, somewhat kidding, somewhat serious). Now I'm working less, enjoying
it more and making about the same to boot. Who says you can't have it
all!!!!
**For those thinking of going independent, please do not be encouraged to do
so by this message. When you're busy, it's great, but much MUCH harder than
working for one client/one package. In addition, the first time you're
setting there for a month (or two, or three) waiting for the phone that
never rings can/will reek havoc on your subconscious. I have been
incredibly lucky so far, but there is always the nagging doubt in the back
of my mind, so I never spend a penny unless I absolutely have to. Sometimes
the "ploddingly certain but safe future" job has much to offer. Like you
can plan vacations, and new purchases, and don't mind spending a lot on a
nice meal at a restaurant. All that changes.............
*=aee=*
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