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Re:Why we don't hire programmers based on puzzles and tricks by stcredzero on Friday February 22, 2013 @12:44PM (#5265469)
> 37Signal's approach of trying them out for size is a good approach, but not practical for everyone else.

If you figure in the possible downside, it is the only practical way.

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Re:Why we don't hire programmers based on puzzles and tricks by 127001brewer on Friday February 22, 2013 @02:26PM (#5266170)
Practical is too much of a general term, but I do agree with your statement that it's the most prudent choice versus the possible downsides.

My usage of the term not practical meant that the employer is spending time and effort on something other than generating revenue. And that also means the potential employee is (potentially) working without pay (or other benefits).

The statement "without pay" is an assumption since the book, "Getting Real", does not explicitly state compensation.[1]

[1] http://gettingreal.37signals.com/ch08_Kick_the_Tires.php

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