>>59812763
Thanks for the advice. Unfortunately I don't exclusively work for one employer (unionized electrician -- I hop to and from several contractors in a year, but local and out-of-town). But I'll keep that in mind for the future.
>>59812881
Thanks for the advice and links. When you were working freelance, did it keep you busy consistently? Programming as a side-job appeals to me quite a bit, as my job allows me ample spare time. (Most people in my field moonlight as under-the-table, unlicensed electricians, which is illegal.)