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I don't see why it's unwise at all, unless employers start using past interviewers as references. It's not like he insulted the guy's mom, he gave his honest an
by jarin 16y ago
I don't see why it's unwise at all, unless employers start using past interviewers as references. It's not like he insulted the guy's mom, he gave his honest and straightforward opinion. And as a non-"new grad" who's been a developer for over 10 years, I agree with pretty much all of his points.
- Jach 16y agoNot to mention that some "new grads" have also been programming for 10 years (probably not all in a professional environment, but nevertheless), whether they started programming at 13 or just finally got around to getting a degree. If feedback and criticism are asked for, there's little point to apply sugar, especially when you probably won't have much contact in the future. Sugarcoating is required in environments where saying something that could be taken as insulting can get you killed or a much lower status.
- tibbon 16y agoRight on. I've met some new grads who are absolutely amazing at what they do and someone with 10-15 years on them isn't going to do it better always.
- dwc 16y agoAfter 25 years or so coding professionally I also agree with pretty much all of the points. And let's remember this wasn't the initial "thanks for your time, but sorry" letter. It was solicited explicitly. The OP delivered. And there's every reason to think the recipient of this will be smart enough to take it as a data point for the future.