Okay, so Barry has a pretty diverse skill set, but his experience in animal research and customer service doesn't directly translate to high-demand fields like software development or finance. His education in Animal Sciences is also not directly applicable to many industries. Considering his location in Lafayette, California, and his age (born in 1939), his salary expectations might be lower than those in more urban areas or with more technical expertise. Looking at average salaries for animal research professionals and customer service reps in the Bay Area, I'd estimate Barry could charge around $75 per hour, which is on the lower end but still reasonable given his experience and skills.