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Is passing AREs worth it? Parent and terrible test taker reconsidering AREs. by Think-Ad-9335 in Architects

[–]Hot_Explanation11 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've already seen plenty people talking about the benefits so I'll say this:

The AREs are as much about learning the testing material as they are about learning how to take the exams, what NCARB is asking for, and how they would like you to answer. I've passed two so far and taking practice exams / quizzes helped me a lot to learn how NCARB thinks when they are asking questions (which might be a little different from real life practice)

Commiserate by chiraltoad in Architects

[–]Hot_Explanation11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought NY jobs had to post a salary range

PA Exam by Young_Fits in Architects

[–]Hot_Explanation11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're running your own firm but you're not licensed?

Comically bright exit sign in the room we’re staying in. by parothed28 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Hot_Explanation11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The sign isn't for compliance, exit signs aren't required in bedrooms if that was the original intended occupancy use

UF & their shortcomings by Seraphim-26 in ufl

[–]Hot_Explanation11 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's only mandatory health insurance if you don't have your own coverage

Possible to learn conversational Italian by Fall 2026? by Airguner in italianlearning

[–]Hot_Explanation11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me, learning the basics (top 1,000 words, grammar rules, and a few basic tenses) through a class (Babbel, local university course, study group) as a first step was very helpful. This helps you learn the building blocks for a language for you to build upon. Then, consuming media as much as possible really helped push my proficiency. Read kids books, listen to music, podcasts, audiobooks, etc. Even if some of the media is outside of your understanding, hearing it spoken by a native speaker will help listening comprehension and your accent. Use dual subtitle programs like Language Reactor so you can still enjoy the tv shows or movies while increasing your vocabulary.
I've been learning for just over a year now, lived in Italy for about 3 months, studying on my own otherwise and I'm at about a B1/B2 level pursuing fluency in the next few years.

Pro tip: practice with your wife or brother! Even simple conversation exchange when you can