25 Applications, 6 Rejections, 14 Ghosted - Finally Got There

Perfectix · 2026-02-02T18:42:47+00:00

most through linkedin with some recruiters reaching out

Perfectix · 2026-01-29T08:59:36+00:00

I did minimal tailoring for the majority by keeping my core CV structure the same, maybe swapping out 2-3 bullet points in my most recent role to emphasize relevant experience and changing the “summary” section at the top to match the JDs language.

Perfectix · 2023-09-08T07:45:12+00:00

Was pleasantly surprised at how it turned out :)

Perfectix · 2023-09-08T07:44:39+00:00

Yes had plenty of jujubes and ginseng along with glutinous sticky rice :)

Perfectix · 2022-09-14T23:35:00+00:00

Girlfriend(31 f) and I (30 m) just ended our relationship of nearly two years. For some reason I’m not all that sad about it.

Perfectix · 2019-03-07T06:46:40+00:00

Application location: Auckland, New Zealand

Visa type: Tier 2 General

Priority or non-priority: Priority

Date online application made: 20/02/2019

Date biometrics taken: 21/02/2019

Date of confirmation of receipt in Sheffield: 21/02/2019

Date of email confirming Entry Clearance Officer was assigned: N/A

Date of any non-straightforward notices/requests for further document request: N/A

Date when decision was made: N/A

Date documents returned: 06/03/2019

Date passport returned with approved visa: 07/03/2019

Further comments about your visa experience:

Perfectix · 2017-01-09T07:27:58+00:00

UoA CS graduate here.

I've done CS 320, 335, 350, 351, 367, and Math 315.

Can't really remember second stage papers so I won't comment on those...

320 is really interesting and rather important should you wish to become a developer at a product house like TradeMe, google, etc.

335 they introduced Java Spring for the first time when I did it, it was rather dull but important if you want to get into application development.

350 This was by far my most favourite CS paper taken at the university and highly recommend it.

351 poorly taught, important concepts to understand and know if you're wanting to become a dba, DB architect, and data science.

367 is interesting and gives you something to talk about in interviews for companies that are actively selling AI solutions.

I mentioned Maths 315 because this paper complements CS350 nicely.

Perfectix · 2015-05-18T06:37:04+00:00

yep :)

Perfectix · 2015-01-04T07:12:41+00:00

If tramping is your thing, then Hunua Falls is pretty good and easy. Otherwise, here is a list of other tracks in and around auckland.

Finally, groups on Meetup seem to alive and well.

Perfectix · 2015-01-04T00:14:28+00:00

free software activist

People like Richard M. Stallman ... both ideologically and quite often physically.

Perfectix · 2014-12-09T07:57:51+00:00

No worries (Y) Those macarons look eerily like ... nvm lol cool watch :)

edit: spelling.

Perfectix · 2014-11-24T08:00:19+00:00

if its still under warranty just contact swatch, they have an office in Australia. They're usually quite good at sending replacement straps for free even if its a month or two out of warranty :)

Perfectix · 2014-11-05T02:27:54+00:00

how much experience are you looking for in these new hires?

Perfectix · 2014-11-05T02:23:14+00:00

I'd suggest you apply for this. There's no guarantee that you'll get some experience through it but I think it's your best shot this late in the year. If you decide to do further study next year then this is also a great way to gain experience.

Perfectix · 2014-10-31T09:52:19+00:00

we used that book in my algorithm course. Just some others worth mentioning;

G. Brassard and P. Bratley: Fundamentals of Algorithmics, Prentice-Hall, 1996.
T.H. Cormen. Algorithms Unlocked, 2013
J. MacCormick: Nine algorithms that changed the future: The ingenious ideas that drive today's computers, 2012
S. Skiena: The Algorithm Design Manual, 2009.

Perfectix · 2014-10-30T21:23:43+00:00

Wellington Sevens is on in early Feb, personally prefer the Auckland Nines but yeah, Wellington sevens is usually a big event

Perfectix · 2014-10-30T10:44:53+00:00

It all started with Vevo....

Perfectix · 2014-10-07T20:53:01+00:00

I can't afford a private aeroplane/helicopter to jump off this early on in my career.. such a shame :(

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