Rules of thumb for a 1x developer
I used to get called a 10x developer, I was also called a rockstar and a ninja and a 100x dev and every other compliment that was hip.<p>Then I hit 30. That type of talk stopped.<p>Then I hit 40. Now I will not be considered for any entry level, mid level, or senior level software dev job anywhere in the United States, despite being very desperate and willing to relocate for anything. Doesn't matter. Too old. I'm supposed to be doing something else by now.<p>Make a backup plan now.