I would be extremely hesitant to take a "contract-to-hire" offer, because that expects me to take on all the risk of a job not working out. That said, I wouldn'

I would be extremely hesitant to take a "contract-to-hire" offer, because that expects me to take on all the risk of a job not working out. That said, I wouldn't mind a 40-80 hour paid engagement, on my own schedule, as a sort of job interview. I only wish you guys served more markets than NY and SF.