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I am really invested in the things I do and put everything I have into them. I prefer to think like a product owner so contacting is out. While I’d have more autonomy, I’d have less say on the product and would find that unfulfilling.

I had the same idea about startups but have failed numerous technical interviews for positions I was probably overqualified for. Even asked a few for accommodations for my ASD/ADHD in testing but no go.

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Depends on who you contract for. I've done contracts as "first engineer". Many are from rich people who own a factory and such but know nothing about apps. Some from people who are good at raising money, but not hiring; people who are qualified to be tech leads can be very picky.

Some have a loose idea of what they want but need someone to guide them on what is or isn't possible. There's room for mistakes, and some flexibility.

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