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Re:Is software development really a dead-end job after age 3... by ComputerGuru on Friday November 17, 2017 @01:46PM (#15724784)
Why, though? I mean, you’re looking at the best case scenario: developer turning manager boosts productivity of company X.

But what’s in it for the developer? If the developers is happy and well-compensated bad has no managerial/executive ambitions/fantasies, why ruin a good thing (with a gamble, at that)?

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Re:Is software development really a dead-end job after age 3... by michael_storm on Friday November 17, 2017 @01:50PM (#15724834)
Then don't. GP said "seriously consider moving", not "move". Presumably the developer would do it if they value potential impact over the risk.
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