A job posting from startup RelevantDB including the lines "Unlike Silicon Valley, we do not discriminate based on age" sparked debate about ageism in the technology industry. When you look for technology work, how does your age affect your search?
My age puts me at an advantage44%
My age puts me at a disadvantage42%
My age does not make a difference13%
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In Mexico people think that if you are 40 or older you are a burden rather than an asset based on your intelligence, your experience and the drive your age has given you.
Some job ads are ridiculous, as they ask for people with 10-year experience between the range of 28 and 32..