Manager positions wouldn't have worked at the initial firm or the dot-com because both firms kicked the bucket. What I should have done is understand that things change and prepared for changes in advance.
Not a bad idea. May implement down the road. Thanks.
It could be worse. I could be an Old Coder in his 70s :P But, in all seriousness, though age discrimination is very real, I don't feel that it's as significant a factor for me presently as my lack of a social network or…
The ":P" was intended to convey tongue in cheek. But the suggestions are useful and appreciated. And I like the idea that one might feel "froggy". I'm not sure what this means but it sounds lively.
If I'm going to become a specialist, this is entirely correct. But is this the right path? Or is there a way to salvage a generalist career?
Excellent point. And, conversely, how do I demonstrate, on my resume, that I'm proficient as a generalist without listing the things that specialist-oriented readers here suggest that I omit?
Yes, regarding reasons for leaving. I'm going to drop those. DOS and AIX are included to illustrate breadth as opposed to depth. Not because I expect anybody to be impressed by 20-year-old work in these two OSes.…
The problem isn't presently the age or the resume. With you, the resume would be a problem. But this might be a good thing. As I've said elsewhere, I'd be pleased to obtain a junior tech position if it was a good match.…
I started a few days ago. It hasn't been a good week for medical issues but things are looking up. I've been to the Emergency Room twice since Sunday. And I had a fever of 102 degrees just a few hours ago. But I'm…
The distro is named LACLIN. LACLIN will be 10 years old, in its current incarnation, on Christmas Eve 2014. I use it for all of my work. But I haven't created a public release yet. I'd hoped to create a public release…
Yes; you're correct about the "highly skilled" part. I should edit the point. I'm a highly experienced generalist as opposed to a highly skilled one. You're also correct about the fact that I do have a few specialties,…
T-shaped is a good term. Thanks, I'll remember it. I'm only now learning the ropes as far as some things go. I haven't sought out firms of that type yet and advice would be appreciated.
It's a fact of life that resumes are crucial and that structure makes a difference. But I've noticed that people often disagree about approaches. This particular resume is based on a template that people in a channel…
Some of my friends have told me I'm too literal about job listings. They echo a key point that you've made here, "JAP positions normally require just the basic coding skills". But if I apply for positions that need…
Doesn't experience count with Sales regardless of age? But you're correct in general. Age discrimination is probably more significant in some non-tech sectors than in tech. And I agree that the social network issue is…
Yes, it's relevant. It was part of the reason that I never built a social network. Additionally, in some face to face interviews, it was a significant factor. However, in recent months, I've done better. Four random…
Most contract jobs that I see seem to be apps or webdev. I expect to get up to speed more on native apps and/or web apps. So I've got a shot at this side. I've done basic webdev. I might be able to make a go of small…
I'd be pleased with a junior role if it's a good match for both sides. That's important to me.
If I stay in the S.F. Bay Area, I think that a junior tech position here might work out. Above entry level and below lead. The trick will be staying above water long enough to find a good match. I'd expand my options,…
Yes, it's U.S. specific. I don't think it will happen in the EU. The EU may go through some changes, but I feel that health care will continue to be seen as something that countries need as part of a sound…
You've made two good points here. I'm inclined to keep the nick but I think I'll purchase the book you've mentioned.
Old Coders never die Old Coders simply sigh An Old Coder never bytes the dust Instead he or she dusts the bytes :D
I figure that I'll work it out. I've made some mistakes and, though it's late in the game, I've learned from them. As with other people who are starting out, you've got plenty of time to plot a course. Remember to add…
I intended no disrespect. The person who was considering hiring me was the one who used the term. It was a casual discussion. And I will consider caregiver. I do well with older people.
You've got plenty of time to figure things out. And I made mistakes that you'll be able to avoid.
Manager positions wouldn't have worked at the initial firm or the dot-com because both firms kicked the bucket. What I should have done is understand that things change and prepared for changes in advance.
Not a bad idea. May implement down the road. Thanks.
It could be worse. I could be an Old Coder in his 70s :P But, in all seriousness, though age discrimination is very real, I don't feel that it's as significant a factor for me presently as my lack of a social network or…
The ":P" was intended to convey tongue in cheek. But the suggestions are useful and appreciated. And I like the idea that one might feel "froggy". I'm not sure what this means but it sounds lively.
If I'm going to become a specialist, this is entirely correct. But is this the right path? Or is there a way to salvage a generalist career?
Excellent point. And, conversely, how do I demonstrate, on my resume, that I'm proficient as a generalist without listing the things that specialist-oriented readers here suggest that I omit?
Yes, regarding reasons for leaving. I'm going to drop those. DOS and AIX are included to illustrate breadth as opposed to depth. Not because I expect anybody to be impressed by 20-year-old work in these two OSes.…
The problem isn't presently the age or the resume. With you, the resume would be a problem. But this might be a good thing. As I've said elsewhere, I'd be pleased to obtain a junior tech position if it was a good match.…
I started a few days ago. It hasn't been a good week for medical issues but things are looking up. I've been to the Emergency Room twice since Sunday. And I had a fever of 102 degrees just a few hours ago. But I'm…
The distro is named LACLIN. LACLIN will be 10 years old, in its current incarnation, on Christmas Eve 2014. I use it for all of my work. But I haven't created a public release yet. I'd hoped to create a public release…
Yes; you're correct about the "highly skilled" part. I should edit the point. I'm a highly experienced generalist as opposed to a highly skilled one. You're also correct about the fact that I do have a few specialties,…
T-shaped is a good term. Thanks, I'll remember it. I'm only now learning the ropes as far as some things go. I haven't sought out firms of that type yet and advice would be appreciated.
It's a fact of life that resumes are crucial and that structure makes a difference. But I've noticed that people often disagree about approaches. This particular resume is based on a template that people in a channel…
Some of my friends have told me I'm too literal about job listings. They echo a key point that you've made here, "JAP positions normally require just the basic coding skills". But if I apply for positions that need…
Doesn't experience count with Sales regardless of age? But you're correct in general. Age discrimination is probably more significant in some non-tech sectors than in tech. And I agree that the social network issue is…
Yes, it's relevant. It was part of the reason that I never built a social network. Additionally, in some face to face interviews, it was a significant factor. However, in recent months, I've done better. Four random…
Most contract jobs that I see seem to be apps or webdev. I expect to get up to speed more on native apps and/or web apps. So I've got a shot at this side. I've done basic webdev. I might be able to make a go of small…
I'd be pleased with a junior role if it's a good match for both sides. That's important to me.
If I stay in the S.F. Bay Area, I think that a junior tech position here might work out. Above entry level and below lead. The trick will be staying above water long enough to find a good match. I'd expand my options,…
Yes, it's U.S. specific. I don't think it will happen in the EU. The EU may go through some changes, but I feel that health care will continue to be seen as something that countries need as part of a sound…
You've made two good points here. I'm inclined to keep the nick but I think I'll purchase the book you've mentioned.
Old Coders never die Old Coders simply sigh An Old Coder never bytes the dust Instead he or she dusts the bytes :D
I figure that I'll work it out. I've made some mistakes and, though it's late in the game, I've learned from them. As with other people who are starting out, you've got plenty of time to plot a course. Remember to add…
I intended no disrespect. The person who was considering hiring me was the one who used the term. It was a casual discussion. And I will consider caregiver. I do well with older people.
You've got plenty of time to figure things out. And I made mistakes that you'll be able to avoid.