[randomdata]

> I've always had an issue with companies hiring so-called, designer/developers when we all know a true designer or developer doesn't fragment their time learning two crafts.

I find it unfortunate that companies don't hire designer/developers more often. I've worked professionally in design and development roles, but it seems most companies want to keep them distinct, so I get typecast into one or the other. I want to be able to exercise all of my skills, especially when they are so closely linked in modern software.

You are right that time is definitely not on your side to try and do it, but I've been designing since elementary school and programming since high school, and had jobs doing both before graduating high school. I had an easy decade head start compared to anyone who might try the same in college. If you believe 10,000 hours to proficiency, that makes a huge difference.

Truth be told, I'm not sure how to accurately quantify my own abilities. Perhaps I really am mediocre at best, as you suggest. People seem to love the work I do though, whether it be design or development, so that is reason enough to continue with them both. Hopefully one day we can find tolerance of those who have an interest in both, and stop assuming all programmers cannot design.

[paddy_m]

I would love to hire a designer/developer. Can you get in touch with me via my profile.