Developers who do maintenance are seen (by other, typically greener, developers[0]) as being less skilled than those who work on "new" projects. Personally, I

Developers who do maintenance are seen (by other, typically greener, developers[0]) as being less skilled than those who work on "new" projects. Personally, I prefer a good mix. I like new development, but I also like helping a business thrive and so I know that maintenance is a part of that. [0] I am not convinced that most managers see it this same way. I think most managers see the people they want on maintenance as some of their most valuable employees.