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Re:Why programmers are not paid in proportion to their produ... by NineStarPoint on Wednesday June 29, 2022 @08:45AM (#31919382)
Knowing what is capable of making money is a very different skill from knowing how to build things. It’s very easy to pour countless hours into making the perfect product that no one wants.
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Re:Why programmers are not paid in proportion to their produ... by tartoran on Wednesday June 29, 2022 @09:01AM (#31919521)
Right, solving problems does not equate to making money. It takes a different skill to do that. However, there’s a solution: partner with other skilled people who know different aspects of running a business. Sure, it’s easier said than done and it does take some risk.
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Re:Why programmers are not paid in proportion to their produ... by freemint on Wednesday June 29, 2022 @10:52AM (#31920985)
Why would you though? A life with a salary and being able to switch jobs to get a better offer/move on is comfortable.
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