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And how does one prove they are talented?
by tnuc 14y ago
And how does one prove they are talented?
- AdamTReineke 14y ago- Github. Contribute to (or start) open source projects that show your skill. - Blog. Write technical articles explaining confusing topics in the areas you are skilled in. - Freelance/Contract work. Do work for others who can vouch for your skills.
- cookiecaper 14y agoSurvive multiple serious (but not overly specific) technical interviews, have a decent and/or interesting body of work online, and demonstrable involvement and working habits from contribution to open-source projects, mailing lists, tech journals (my last hire had several Linux-specific articles carried by an online publisher over 10 years ago), etc. A degree is honestly one of the least useful metrics for actual talent out there. Its value is basically limited to showing a tolerance (but not necessarily an aptitude) for bureaucracy and corporate mind games.