You don't work hard for your code to be used, but for the opportunity to learn how to build things. 3 years of experience at a startup are worth a lot more tha

You don't work hard for your code to be used, but for the opportunity to learn how to build things. 3 years of experience at a startup are worth a lot more than at a big corporation. Personally I'd rather my kids are proud of having a father who believes in what he does, rather than one that just clocks in-and-out. I have a similar sentiment when looking for a partner too; I simply cannot date someone who's not driven by their job. That being said, to each their own. I know a lot of people who prefer focusing on hobbies and family than on their career. I suppose that for those, FAANG isn't such a bad compromise.