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I dunno. More money buys more financial security, and more financial security tends to bring more contentment.

Also, there's nothing that says you can't go be a code money for many peanuts, quit when you get tired of it and go back to welding for few peanuts, and repeat when you're ready for another swing in the code mines.

Additionally, if you're in the US, and want to program, try applying for defense contracting jobs. Some of the best jobs I've ever had were at places like that.



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