> What I find truly bizarre is how many software engineers, who are aware of how much they earn and how long it really takes to make software, are so resistant

> What I find truly bizarre is how many software engineers, who are aware of how much they earn and how long it really takes to make software, are so resistant to paying anything for tools that make their job easier and faster. It blows my mind. I agree. I'm always surprised at what technical people aren't willing to pay for. I think I used to be like this though. I used to really enjoy playing with my tools and learning about everything. Now that I'm older, I just want to get the job done, then go outside and play at the park or something.