[semerda]

I think the CompSci folks that are dissatisfied with their employer and are comfortable with their skills are already doing stuff on the side. Today, sharpening your skills & earning extra $$$ through side projects is a no brainer. The wealth of online how-to articles and distribution channels has lowered the barriers to entry.

Of course if one is well looked after their employer financially and personally then there is really no need to do this. Makes you wonder why so many people out there are dissatisfied with their employers eh ;-)