I've also transplanted around the world a bit in different tech markets, albeit I don't have as much desire to return to the California madness, just for the pa

I've also transplanted around the world a bit in different tech markets, albeit I don't have as much desire to return to the California madness, just for the paycheck. Life quality in Europe is great - sure, you maybe don't get paid raw numbers comparable to the states, but on the other hand (at least here in Austria), if I tumble down a mountain having some fun and break my arm, the state will take care of me so I can go back to paying taxes. :) And really, can anyone really say they enjoy living in the valley? That commute, man. Europeans sure have that one up on the Americans.