Re: Linux as a career path
From: <tmalloy@escape.com>
> I suspect that Linux would be very useful in getting an entry
> level or lowerlevel position. And personally I would go out of my way for
> someone who supports or develops Linux.
A Linux developer would often qualify for a high-level position that another
candidate might miss. For example:
1. The Linux developer might have systems programming experience in the kernel,
compiler internals, C library, etc. It's impossible to pick up
similar experience except perhaps for writing device drivers if you
are using almost any other system, unless you work for MS or have
some other "insider" position, in which case you might well be
subject to a non-compete agreement. Good operating systems
programmers are very hard to find and command six-digit salaries (at
least out here in the Silicon Valley).
2. The Linux developer has probably had to think for themselves a whole lot
more than they would as a certified novell engineer, who has their path
and competencies charted out for them by others.
My experience is that the people who actually develop Linux have no shortage
of job offers. I can certainly list 5 or 6 companies that know me only through
Linux and have made it clear the offer's open if I ever want to join.
Thanks
Bruce
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