RE: Midrange Jobs National Discussion

OK, I know, "speaking like an employer" again... But.... 

...would prefer to out-source and use contract programmers rather 
than hire full-time programmers and keep the knowledge in-house.

Employment loyalty is a two-way street. Perhaps you're one of those that
gets a job and sticks there forever, but many employees are just as
likely to hop to a new position as consultants. I was, and now have
several consultants who are, one of the most senior people in a shop
based on time working there. We've seen employees come and go and we're
still there. So who's keeping the "knowledge in-house?"

I honestly think the fact that I've worked since 1980 as an RPG 
and now RPGLE programmer is pretty good.

Spectacular... But to expect that to continue is a problem. What other
industry is like it was 27 years ago?

Last time I checked, there was ONE company hiring contract 
programmers in the SF and East Bay area.  Makes it tough to find a

job....

I did read the first paragraph of your email, and I applaud your
commitment to your ex and your sons education/social life, but you've
got to be employed too. If you want to put bounds on your employment
prospects that is your choice, and your right -- heck, I even applaud
it. But you can't then complain about the lack of employment prospects.

-Walden