Python job survey

[Joseph Santaniello]

Hello All,

I am a Python advocate and have been using it myself for almost 2 years
and am completely sold on it's greatness. My company is debating what
language/platform to use for future development of a reasonably large
enterprise type project. The contenders are Java and Python. I am not
interested in the technical merits of either but more in knowing about the
available talent pool. Our concern is that the future maintenance of the
product could be in jeopardy because it may prove difficult to find Python
programmers. I know all about how easy Python is to learn and how good
programmers aren't bound to a single language, etc, but to truly satisfy
management that Python is a viable alternative, I have to prove that there
is a reasonably easy to access pool of ready-to-roll Python talent. So
here's my simple survey which I would appreciate as many responses to as
possible for the future good of my company (and maybe someday yours!) and
the furthering of the use of Python:

How old are you:

How many years have you been programming:

How long have you been using Python:

Where do you live:

Would you consider relocating to Los Angeles:

Would you require visa sponsorship:

What is your current salary:

What field do you work in: (finance, internet, movies, etc)


Your responses are greatly appreciated! Also anyone with experience in
recruiting a Python team who would like to share their experiences is
invited to do so.

Thanks,

Joseph