This is spot on. I've been on both sides of the fence, and in multiple disciplines. The strange thing I found is that finding a job as a developer has been just

This is spot on. I've been on both sides of the fence, and in multiple disciplines. The strange thing I found is that finding a job as a developer has been just as difficult, if not more so, than finding a non-technical job. On the non-technical side, the basic requirements are exactly that - basic. Have some experience, a certification or two, and a specialized degree. That doesn't make it easy, but it makes the path somewhat concrete. And on the technical side, there are very few companies willing to hire entry level developers. They all seem to want code ninjas, which is fine, but here's the thing...if I'm a code ninja, why would I work for someone else when I could build something of my own without the requirement of commuting to an office and clocking in/out. On the employer side, I've found far less people applying for technical jobs than non-technical jobs. It has taken much longer to fill mid-level technical positions than entry-mid level non-technical positions. Building a team is difficult. Joining a team is difficult. It's a very strange time indeed.