It's okay! both serious and humorous comments fit in this thread!
I do agree that a lot of developers (including myself) have a tendency to understate their competency to play it safe. It hurts more to disappoint someone, and it's just "easier" to impress someone by lowering their expectations.
However, understating your own competence can be bad because it can lead to being lowballed in negotiations.
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It's okay! both serious and humorous comments fit in this thread!
I do agree that a lot of developers (including myself) have a tendency to understate their competency to play it safe. It hurts more to disappoint someone, and it's just "easier" to impress someone by lowering their expectations.
However, understating your own competence can be bad because it can lead to being lowballed in negotiations.