How do I beat the solo development blues?
noodle: option 3)  build and grow your own business, if there are enough opportunities and the money is good.i know that i'd be willing to jump into something like this if the pay was good, with a small group of consultants.and i wouldn't mind joining, either, though i use codeigniter.  ;)  would have to learn cake.  also, have the experience in large corporate development.