A few years back I would have been thrilled to show up for a week and prove my skills. Most of the interviews bored me to death. Coming up with a solution for

A few years back I would have been thrilled to show up for a week and prove my skills. Most of the interviews bored me to death. Coming up with a solution for a non-existing problem was a pain. "How many tennis balls would fit into a ..." Fortunately for the jobs I really wanted I was asked to solve real problems the companies had at that time. It got me excited and I was hired in no time, without any effort or stress. On the other hand some good developers were not this lucky and they struggled finding a job they actually enjoy. Having a chance to prove themselves is all they need. "Other commitments" is moot point. A new job is a life-changing event for most of us. The potential of finding a great job where you feel happy every day worth it many times over. (Yes, I do have a family and other commitments.)