Will creating/selling a product help me get hired?
Howdy, I have just completed a BS in software engineering. I’m older and currently work in construction but I’d like to move to software, however, as everyone knows it’s freaking impossible to get into entry level positions right now.
For my senior project, I created a maintenance management system (CMMS) with the goal of making something lightweight and easy to use without a lot of power features that would be better for small businesses and non-profits. I presented it at our school’s symposium/science fair and got some really great feedback from people who would be interested in using it in their business. i tend to think that if I pursued it and started licensing or selling it to non-profits and small businesses it would show a skill set that a lot of new grads/entry level hires don’t have. However, my wife, who has done a lot more hiring than I ever have, thinks it could hurt as hiring managers might think I will just leave and start my own business. I’d appreciate any perspectives or similar situations on this. thanks!