| Paul on 9 Feb 2004 22:50:03 -0000 |
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Bill Patterson wrote: IT work is truly hard to find. It is my perception that there is more work on the M$ side than the LAMP side, however. While reading Linux Journal I was thinking about this. I was thinking that, as more organizations adopt Open Source software and methods, there will be an increasing need for tech types who can develop or hack software. I'm talking about a programmer/technician hybrid. (It's common to hear a M$ tech say that they know nothing about scripting even.) Unfortunately, that more than likely will continue to shift job availability toward those who possess a BSCS degree. (And that in turn could shift the jobs right out of the country.) LAMP is great for your own Web development business or personal use. I have even seen jobs ads listing those skills. Last month's Linux Journal has an article on LAMP in the government. So, there is potential. This I'm sure of: Unless trends in the computer industry change drastically in the next 5 to 10 years, I won't be encouraging my son to enter the field. ___________________________________________________________________________ Philadelphia Linux Users Group -- http://www.phillylinux.org Announcements - http://lists.phillylinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug-announce General Discussion -- http://lists.phillylinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug
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