First timer question

[Sockpuppet]

In other words you are "flexible"

Availible at short notice for the right premium. Been offered a 15 day contract in London which I might take and just not include it on the CV.

[Cowboy Bob]

After two years as a permanent Java developer I've finally decided to put my money where my mouth is and move into contracting.

I'm not trying to sound condescending or anything, but I'm not sure 2 years experience is enough to get you a Java gig. I work in that arena myself and the lowest amount of experience you see required in most contract ads is 5 years. There might be low level code-monkey type stuff for low rates, but usually the client is looking to take on an "expert" if they're paying out for a contractor.

[cojak]

My contract ends beginning of March - I won't be looking until mid-March for a contract to start in April.

I've got a bit of mop-up training to do and I'm going on another course (this is a perfect time to polish the ole' CV and skill set).

Also had an ex-boss call me about a nice little earner starting April.

Always a good idea to have more than one iron in the fire (even the existing client who doesn't know I'm not accepting an extension...)

[threaded]

If you need to ask whether contracting is for you, then it most certainly isn't.

HTH

[bobhope]

You can measure the state of the IT market by the number of permies looking to go contracting. It is definitely a mindset.