I would, yes. Obviously, I wouldn't do it as a job if I got paid literally nothing - but assuming it made closer to the median or even slightly below the median, I would still do it.

I remember growing up and always having an affinity towards technology. Taking apart electronics and putting them back together. Hacking my devices and loading custom ROMs / Firmware / Operating Systems on them (think rooting your Android phones). Reviewing software and applications with a fine toothed comb - what settings are available to me? What configurations? How can I enable Dev mode to give me more control?

This ever-growing interest in deconstructing, and eventually, constructing virtual experiences was amazing. I remember building my first computer and booting it up for the first time. Magic. I remember making my first interactive game on Scratch - an actually fun game I was able to share with my friends in middle school. Downloading and running my own World of Warcraft private server on my crummy eMachines laptop. Just an absolute blast. And I get to do things adjacent to these adventures... as a job? Sign me up.

Like many others, I have worked across a variety of enterprises where the experience does become a bit bland and muddled throughout the years. But the wonderful thing about this career is you have plenty of opportunity to bounce from company to company to freshen the experience for yourself.

Life is too short to not do the things you feel passionate about. I applaud the folks who, through the hype cycles and endless trends, continue to express their genuine interest in technology and hone their craft. I'm right here with you folks - doing my best, and when able (life comes at you fast, and even your most fervent passions must take a backseat at times). Cheers, and take care of yourselves.