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Comment on Ask HN: Have you thought about leaving programming for the trades?

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How long did it take your neighbour to become qualified/time served and how many further hours did it take for him to get to the position he is in now? I think you're looking at another soul destroying ten years?

I'm 59 and used to work in construction, many of my former peers are now physical wrecks. I got out in my 40's and, in hindsight, it was a good decision. I also can't think of anyone who made a huge amount of money at the time either?

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