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I think this is the right answer, though I think there's a mentoring element that has to be considered. Plenty of people will break things if left unsupervised

I think this is the right answer, though I think there's a mentoring element that has to be considered. Plenty of people will break things if left unsupervised but will learn quickly to contribute if they get the right feedback.

kristopolous 8y ago
That's fine if you have the cash to burn and people to squander. Larger firms probably do (after all some have daily banquets and onsite gyms), but it is just burning cash and squandering time. If you're on a tight budget like I usually am, I let someone else do that investment. I simply don't have the resources. Early stage startups are the most enjoyable nightmares I've had.
chillacy 8y ago
Unfortunately feedback has a price: senior engineers have to do more thorough code reviews, they may have to explain more fundamental things, and it all adds up. Some junior devs are independent and learn quickly with minimal feedback. Bless these devs, I love working with them. Some junior devs require a lot of time, and make the same mistakes over and over.