Yes, there is no way to measure personality and general experience. So it's of course not a perfect solution. But it's sane defensive solution. It filters out t

Yes, there is no way to measure personality and general experience. So it's of course not a perfect solution. But it's sane defensive solution. It filters out the exceptions in both directions and gives a good baseline of ability you can except from the people. If this doesn't work, you can also go lower. It should be also noted that "x years epxerience" is not always a hard rule, but just a guidance. It should specifically drive those away who are lacking the confidence and knowledge about the job. Someone with just 2-3 years could be equal good for a job. > Some also have dealt with logic or projects at a much younger age or in college (like college is supposed to do) As said, the experience learned under the pressure of a workplace is quite different from the experience learned at a lazy school- or hobby-project. School and hobby only teaches the basics and is more acceptable to failures. But companys are seeking the masters, for which experience is neccessary. Of course there are always exceptions, but those exceptions usually can present some kind of experience, so they kind of automatically fall out of the scope of the question. Someone working x years activly on a bigger project should put it into his vita, so that he can sell this experience.