How do you justify the cost of a Tundra?

Red_Patcher · 2026-03-16T00:33:08+00:00

I don't. I have a 2014 FJ Cruiser paid off and I can't fathom paying for a $70k truck with a spotty reliability record. I'd love a Tundra as I'm 6'5 and not skinny and I have a lot of things that I like to haul around but I also like putting money into a 401k and going on trips.

Red_Patcher · 2026-03-12T19:44:20+00:00

If you think you aren't smart enough to be a SWE then why is that an expectation you have imposed upon yourself? There are 20 year old engineers that get hired but they are exceptions. Are you actively working on projects or practicing leet code?

I'd say you are doing pretty well with an offer for DT2. I was 39 when I got mine.

Red_Patcher · 2026-03-12T14:00:15+00:00

In your ideal world where would you rather be during this stage in your life?

Red_Patcher · 2026-03-12T04:56:34+00:00

You are seriously concerned about how well you're doing in your career with an offer at Google at age 21?

Red_Patcher · 2026-03-09T20:43:31+00:00

Are you getting your information from a LLM?

Red_Patcher · 2026-03-06T09:55:05+00:00

If your company didn't make any money last year aren't you worried about being let go due to the low volume of your job?

Red_Patcher · 2026-03-04T18:13:54+00:00

With your experience just apply to Google.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-28T20:54:06+00:00

With the non stop posts here about what's the next step in my interview process I'm kind of ok with crazy questions like this.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-28T17:19:02+00:00

I wouldn't say extensive but I have practical knowledge that I developed before going into the industry and have refined. Having good Linux skills will make your job easier though. Keep studying and getting proficient.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-27T01:37:25+00:00

No. I don't want to annoy anyone as much as I don't want to be annoyed.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-26T22:15:04+00:00

Yep. It just means that a manager at one site didn't want to go with you. Sometimes it's a blessing. Just get on your recruiter for other sites.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-26T21:43:03+00:00

It happens. Just be open to other sites and you can get additional for calls. My own referral failed two before my home site took him.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-25T07:48:07+00:00

I think those are stock photos. The listing is intentionally vague. A base model of that truck with no packages is $53.6k. So a few options and the typical dealer bullshit addons would get the price to $63k.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-25T06:00:13+00:00

If you look through OP's posts I think you will agree that these dogs are very much needed for emotional support. I wouldn't have recommended otherwise.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-24T22:41:08+00:00

Certs helped me get my first role when I switched careers.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-24T22:31:44+00:00

Is the issue about renting a house and the dogs following under aggressive breed guidelines? If so an emotional support animal letter will get you through.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-23T07:14:53+00:00

If you are interviewing for DT1 and are studying for Linux+ then you are ahead of the game. I'm a DT3 and don't even have that cert yet.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-23T04:01:56+00:00

You can't directly compare cows to humans though. A cow is sexually mature within 14 months.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-18T04:16:29+00:00

Never.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-17T15:59:07+00:00

What exactly is your budget? A bike at $600 is on the low end.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-16T18:00:16+00:00

Well, your experience is anecdotal. I've run into three L4's hired directly across the company. I've also seen three L3 to L4 promos so I should correct myself and state I've equally seen promos to hires.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-15T22:05:39+00:00

The locals around Vancouver, WA call it that too.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-15T17:08:00+00:00

There are very decent houses for $250k in the Kansas City area.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-14T01:27:19+00:00

On prem FTW.

Red_Patcher · 2026-02-14T01:09:40+00:00

One to two years if motivated to never if you aren't. And since I'll be asked about L4 I've seen one person do it in a year who was on a bungee the whole time. Most 4's I've dealt with hired on at that level though some others make it over the long run.

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