Consulting question and etc.
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As you probably all know, since it was discussed not too long ago, there seems to be somewhat of a slowdown for developers(this maybe precieved more than reality). This especially seems true in the Washington DC area. Though I also noticed that there is alot of programming projects being initiated with big budgets. So my question is what is going on? :confused: There seems to be all these consultants/contractors running around, almost magically finding the companies that are looking to start some sort of IT project. What resource do they use to find it, are these things even adervitised? Is the entry barrier high, in other words can a lone or a team of lone programmers/IT prof. get in the market? Would be very interested in your thoughts/comments, the more detail the better :) On another note I am personally interested in entering the Consulting market, if sufficient CP'ers(is this the right adjective) are also interested in the different aspects(making contacts etc) of starting something like this. I might be willing to provide server space and buy a domain name. Who knows maybe we can do the .Net thing and when/if it takes off BAM!! :eek: Anyways just an idea if interested. If sending email, make subject 'CodeProject' so I wont think it's spam..
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As you probably all know, since it was discussed not too long ago, there seems to be somewhat of a slowdown for developers(this maybe precieved more than reality). This especially seems true in the Washington DC area. Though I also noticed that there is alot of programming projects being initiated with big budgets. So my question is what is going on? :confused: There seems to be all these consultants/contractors running around, almost magically finding the companies that are looking to start some sort of IT project. What resource do they use to find it, are these things even adervitised? Is the entry barrier high, in other words can a lone or a team of lone programmers/IT prof. get in the market? Would be very interested in your thoughts/comments, the more detail the better :) On another note I am personally interested in entering the Consulting market, if sufficient CP'ers(is this the right adjective) are also interested in the different aspects(making contacts etc) of starting something like this. I might be willing to provide server space and buy a domain name. Who knows maybe we can do the .Net thing and when/if it takes off BAM!! :eek: Anyways just an idea if interested. If sending email, make subject 'CodeProject' so I wont think it's spam..
Your name? Occupation? Nationality/Residence Status? Experience in software industry? ------- Nature, to be commanded, must be obeyed. (Francis Bacon) Nature, to be apprehended, must be obeyed. (Ayn Rand)
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As you probably all know, since it was discussed not too long ago, there seems to be somewhat of a slowdown for developers(this maybe precieved more than reality). This especially seems true in the Washington DC area. Though I also noticed that there is alot of programming projects being initiated with big budgets. So my question is what is going on? :confused: There seems to be all these consultants/contractors running around, almost magically finding the companies that are looking to start some sort of IT project. What resource do they use to find it, are these things even adervitised? Is the entry barrier high, in other words can a lone or a team of lone programmers/IT prof. get in the market? Would be very interested in your thoughts/comments, the more detail the better :) On another note I am personally interested in entering the Consulting market, if sufficient CP'ers(is this the right adjective) are also interested in the different aspects(making contacts etc) of starting something like this. I might be willing to provide server space and buy a domain name. Who knows maybe we can do the .Net thing and when/if it takes off BAM!! :eek: Anyways just an idea if interested. If sending email, make subject 'CodeProject' so I wont think it's spam..
If you want people to commit to such a project, you should at least identify you by proper name. - Of course, if you are the lead guitarist in U2 I apologize... Christian Skovdal Andersen
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Your name? Occupation? Nationality/Residence Status? Experience in software industry? ------- Nature, to be commanded, must be obeyed. (Francis Bacon) Nature, to be apprehended, must be obeyed. (Ayn Rand)
I was really interested in an answer for the first part. As for Nationality/Residence east coast, USA more specifically northern VA. Around 5 yrs. As for the name I apologize though it was late, and I just wanted to ask the question. Again the more important for me is the first part. I hope my initials will do.
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As you probably all know, since it was discussed not too long ago, there seems to be somewhat of a slowdown for developers(this maybe precieved more than reality). This especially seems true in the Washington DC area. Though I also noticed that there is alot of programming projects being initiated with big budgets. So my question is what is going on? :confused: There seems to be all these consultants/contractors running around, almost magically finding the companies that are looking to start some sort of IT project. What resource do they use to find it, are these things even adervitised? Is the entry barrier high, in other words can a lone or a team of lone programmers/IT prof. get in the market? Would be very interested in your thoughts/comments, the more detail the better :) On another note I am personally interested in entering the Consulting market, if sufficient CP'ers(is this the right adjective) are also interested in the different aspects(making contacts etc) of starting something like this. I might be willing to provide server space and buy a domain name. Who knows maybe we can do the .Net thing and when/if it takes off BAM!! :eek: Anyways just an idea if interested. If sending email, make subject 'CodeProject' so I wont think it's spam..
The old adage about consultants borrowing your watch to tell you the time has some foundation in truth. Many consultancies are hired by senior mgmt to write a report to propose what the snr mgmt wanted to do anyway, but it looks better coming for outsiders esp if it cost £50k. Don't believe me? Ask those in your company trying for a board placement! Al. ATL Student :rolleyes: