Re:Ask HN: I've had some software developed, now the coder i...
by natch on Saturday March 21, 2009 @02:40PM
(#526404)
There is a lot to say on this, but much of it has already been said. I'll add just one thing:
An important red flag (among all the others in your post) is the statement that he is "almost" done.
When any programmer thinks about that statement, it's almost certain to elicit a belly laugh.
If he appears to be "almost" done, it is highly likely that he is really around 50% done. Keeping that in mind should help you make your decision to walk away.
An important red flag (among all the others in your post) is the statement that he is "almost" done.
When any programmer thinks about that statement, it's almost certain to elicit a belly laugh.
If he appears to be "almost" done, it is highly likely that he is really around 50% done. Keeping that in mind should help you make your decision to walk away.