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You don't need provide 5x to the value, you just need to convince the employer you are. Also, much of a programmer's worth pays off over time: specifically how
by secoif 15y ago
You don't need provide 5x to the value, you just need to convince the employer you are.
Also, much of a programmer's worth pays off over time: specifically how easy is it to maintain their code? Writing truly maintainable code is HARD and difficult to quantify.
- nadam 15y ago"you just need to convince the employer you are." Yes, and I think you cannot convince them on a standard job interview. A job interview is like this: you solved the problems we gave you, congratulations, we hired you (for slightly more than market rate). They will not give you harder and harder inteview questions and finally give you 5x market salary in my experience. Earning 5x market rate is not only about capabilities but more about building a very interesting track record, personal brand, which helps you differentiate yourself and helps you convince clients about your value. It is a bit like a long-term strategy game.
- secoif 15y agoThis is especially true if they are hiring via recruitment agency.