> Work somewhere where software is the main product and not just a cost center. You can learn a lot quickly if you do cutting edge things with people who care a

> Work somewhere where software is the main product and not just a cost center. You can learn a lot quickly if you do cutting edge things with people who care about technology and not just cost. Very true, but the company culture also needs to be right in order for this to really take hold. There's also the fact that the work and schedule will likely be more demanding. This can be a positive if you enjoy the work, but a big problem if you dislike unpredictable hours. When the company's primary revenue source is software, you will have to work extended hours at some point or another to solve critical business issues.