> "How can we protect ourselves from the hordes of untalented hacks knocking at our door?" And I think this is the wrong question to have. "How can we get th

> "How can we protect ourselves from the hordes of untalented hacks knocking at our door?" And I think this is the wrong question to have. "How can we get this new hire up to our standards?" would be better. Problem: once they're up to speed they'll be poached by a competitor. Answer: have real salary upgrades every-time some senior think they're better (not once a year at some review shitshow). Have a good working environment so when one of your people get to a competitor they only have good things to say about you. Then they may come back if things are not as good and may turn some of their new colleagues to send you their resumes. That's expensive. But that's investing in your workforce. And this should be used not only for your coders but everyone.