Contracting?

[RageRiot]

Just thought I'd see if there is anyone else out there that has done any contracting?

I've been a C# developer for 5 years (programmer since 2000) and I'm considering it but I've no idea if I'm good enough or how good you need to even be. Any thoughts?

 

[RageRiot]

Thanks for the reply. I'm based in the South-West, less contracts I'm sure but also less candidates/competition so maybe it evens out.

I'm no guru with C# ...but I can normally figure things out. Just wondering how you determine if you're good enough or if I'm reading too much in to it. Last thing I'd want was to get a contract and be like 'ummmm'

 

[RageRiot]

All good points, maybe it's an English thing!?

Problem with financial markets is you always need the experience in the first place, so you have to get lucky to get in the door.

Thanks for all your input, giving it serious consideration.

 

[RageRiot]

Another question if you don't mind. Is the interview process any different with contracting?

 

[RageRiot]

Wow

I've sent an email to the "recruitment consultant" to see if he can narrow down the area a bit more.

My worry is that I need to give 4 weeks notice and have holiday booked in June.

Worth a shot I guess.

 

[RageRiot]

If a contract says "9 to 12 months" (for example) - are you actually contracted for 9 months or the 12?