We all know that the job market is pretty rough right now, compared to a
couple of years ago. Based on my observations, I'd like to voice a few
opinions.
The best thing you can do for yourself is be multi-lingual. I've met
far too many people who are convinced that CF is all they need to know
(keep in mind, there's a distinction between this type of person and the
type who wants to know more, but has yet to learn) Personally, I think
ColdFusion is the best language out there. However, if I have to code
in Sanskrit, I will. There's relatively few companies that advertise
using ColdFusion, at least on the job boards. Other technologies seem
to have many more job opportunities. So learn those technologies.
Not only does this increase the odds of getting jobs in those specific
technologies, it actually increases your odds in getting CF gigs.
Reason? I've seen very few places that want "just" ColdFusion.
Some people might think this is blasphemy. Not really. I love
ColdFusion and will use it for all personal work I do; but technology
doesn't feed you or pay your bills. Additionally, by knowing other
technologies, you put CF in those areas, "infiltrating" if you will.
This gives you the unique opportunity to sway opinion towards CF
(arguments for CF are more influential in corporate board rooms than on
CF mailing lists).
Bottom line: Technology is a tool, not a deity. Love it, but don't
worship it; keep your mind open to other options. Learn some VB; Learn
some J2EE; Recommend ColdFusion.
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Billy Cravens
HR Web Development, Sabre
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