> is that it's a developer's market. Interesting. I've found 2013 much tougher than 2012 - or 2011. All the agencies round here are recruiting good developers,

> is that it's a developer's market. Interesting. I've found 2013 much tougher than 2012 - or 2011. All the agencies round here are recruiting good developers, but the rates for freelancers have gone down. I both subcontract and work direct for clients, and work has been distinctly quiet since February. Mind you, the last 2 years have been amazing, which was when all the local agencies were laying off staff (or folding). Not sure what I'm doing differently to make me go in the opposite direction!