So yes - basically - I think this is the way. You want your project to work. This is it.
I'm not too sure about this one though: (Point 11) Do new candidates write code during their interview?
The thing is - if he has a BSc Comp Sci.... you can probably trust him.... If he doesn't - yes - interview the guy.
Also - worked with a guy who was really good - was once asked to write code and walked out of the interview because his opinion is after all his degrees and experience it's an insult to be asked to write code.
I think - test the monkeys - the guys you aren't sure about - the guys who don't have degrees - see if they are up to scratch,
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I have met countless coders with degrees who are totally useless programmers and practically unemployable. Most in fact. Sadly if they were just tested in the interview, my previous employers would never have been lumped with them in the first place, and I wouldn't have had to take on the slack to meet deadlines.
You know as well as I do that you didnt need BSc Comp Sci or matric to be any better at your job - your experience, aptitude and keeness to learn have made you the best developer Ive ever worked with.
For this reason I think everyone should be tested, degree or no degree. Revealing an arrogant attitude in the interview shows more than just arrogance. It shows inflexibility and lack of judgement.
Equally if in an interview your employer is impressed by the latest buzz words, and doesnt ask the right questions, you should be very wary of joining a poorly selected team.
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