On asking job candidates to code
A couple of months ago I did a 'homework' assignment for an interview (it involved writing a simple REST service in go, even though I have at least one personal project demonstrating exactly this skill -- to an even greater degree -- in my github profile).  During the phone-discussion after turning in the project, the mid 20-something lead developer couldn't find anything to nitpick (I could have) and even told me he thought I was a better programmer than him.  The conversation went very well and I felt confident I would receive an offer.Now, what do you suppose happened next?  I never heard from them again and all of my attempts at communication were ignored.  I'm starting to think my age is becoming a factor (mid 30s) -- and also these kids have no sense of respect and professional courtesy.  I'd like to say this was an isolated incident, but that would be a lie.Stupid me just spent his Saturday doing another such project, though at least this one presented a more interesting problem.  I swear, if I find out I had my time wasted again I'm going into consulting.  Or maybe I'll go to truck driving school.  Or open a cafe.  Screw this "employee" stuff.The fact that so many employers treat candidates like this tells me that the whole "it's hard to find good developers" line is a lie.