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Re:Ask HN: Where are the hard programming challenges/jobs? by burningion on Saturday March 02, 2013 @11:27AM (#5309938)
This is the strategy I'm currently implementing. I've been doing freelance work while working on research with physiological sensors as computer input.

You'll need two things to get started doing this sort of thing: standing out as a member of your community so people come to you, and an understanding of business needs.

If you really want to make the switch, shoot me an email. I'll give you some tips on making the transition.

Re:Ask HN: Where are the hard programming challenges/jobs? by nielmalhotra on Saturday March 02, 2013 @11:46AM (#5310023)
So, I can't find your email. I checked your profile and your blog. I can follow you on twitter or whatever you like, but your advice would be extremely valuable.
Re:Ask HN: Where are the hard programming challenges/jobs? by petercooper on Saturday March 02, 2013 @02:37PM (#5310701)
Sounds like you could write publicly about this, it sounds fascinating :-)
Re:Ask HN: Where are the hard programming challenges/jobs? by nielmalhotra on Saturday March 02, 2013 @05:09PM (#5311306)
Tweeted at you. Please respond when you get the time. Thanks.
Re:Ask HN: Where are the hard programming challenges/jobs? by Techasura on Saturday March 02, 2013 @11:37AM (#5309979)
can i? i'm on the same lines as the OP.