Hacker News: dev_mike12https://news.ycombinator.com/user?id=dev_mike12Hacker News RSShttps://hnrss.org/hnrss v2.1.1Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:41:30 +0000<![CDATA[New comment by dev_mike12 in "The reality of working in tech: We're not hired to write code (2023)"]]>Thoughtful perspective on the challenges of contract work. Clear communication and well-defined scope are indeed critical. I'd add that working with clients you trust and believe in, even if it means saying no sometimes, makes a world of difference in consulting. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

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