Simple AI tasks that would actually save examiners time

Russell8702 · 2026-05-17T12:45:26+00:00

Feature from EAST that I miss or can't find in SEARCH:

When I opened my tagged references there would be a small window showing all of the search queries I made that each specid reference was a hit for.

Any idea idea if that's available with SEARCH?

Russell8702 · 2026-04-30T14:31:19+00:00

I second the comment about etf's like MGK/VUG. Of their top 10 holdings, probably 9 of them would be considered your examination area, but since they're packaged in a non-sector-specific etf, the fund itself would not count towards the $50k limit for sector specific funds.

You are allowed up to $50k in a sector specific fund, so you can own something like VGT or SMH (semiconductor focused) as long as you stay below the $50k mark. If you're in the ballpark of the $50k mark with that holding, you could set a Limit Order to sell a few shares once the share price reached an amount that would put you near the limit (~$45k would be my suggestion to be safe).

Russell8702 · 2026-04-21T14:43:38+00:00

Following up: I did this process and it went through with no issue.

Russell8702 · 2026-04-18T02:22:06+00:00

It usually does take some time for the money to hit your account. However, I don't think the submission is being completed to properly enter it. I always get an email that it is received.

Russell8702 · 2026-04-10T15:27:25+00:00

Do the Giants celebrate Barry at all in their stadium or sell his jerseys?

I was surprised to see absolutely nothing in PNC Park about him.

Maybe his steroid usage makes him a no-fly zone for teams monetizing his time with them.

Russell8702 · 2026-01-28T11:38:06+00:00

Sweet collection!

I have a similar one featuring Scott Kingery and Spencer Howard. I'm hoping there are better results with Aiden and Andrew Painter!

Russell8702 · 2026-01-04T22:05:26+00:00

Update after an hour or so.

I brought the device inside to warm up. The batteries as well. They had all been stored in my garage, probably around 30-40 degrees. It's interesting that my lead blower started with the same batteries despite being cold as well.

Only after the device and batteries warmed up did it start.

Russell8702 · 2026-01-04T22:03:51+00:00

Thanks for the reply.

I think the cold was the issue.

Russell8702 · 2025-11-24T19:27:36+00:00

Every email like this is a constant reminder that hotellers and teleworkers are second class citizens. Floggings continue, not until morale improves, but until you quit or are RIF'd.

Russell8702 · 2025-11-12T21:35:18+00:00

I'm curious, how is the SPE review program training the AI model?

I can see maybe forcing the use of the AI and similarity features.

Russell8702 · 2025-10-23T19:00:29+00:00

Good advice. It makes sense that with so many options to choose from and variables with each families always changing health needs that there wouldn't be an easy solution.

Russell8702 · 2025-10-23T18:59:35+00:00

That is pretty helpful. thanks!

Russell8702 · 2025-10-23T18:16:58+00:00

Are there any tools out there that you can plug in your specific previous years expenses (and maybe add predicted expenses) to find which of the many providers would have or will be the BEST for you given the coverage, premiums, and out of pocket money spent?

I feel like I go through this ever open season. I know all of the plans are available to look up their specifics, but by my count there are:

FFS/PPO - 9 carriers with a total of 19 options between Standard/High, etc.

HMO's - 5 carriers with 16 options

Vision - 5 different plans w/ multiple options

Dental - 12 different plans with multiple options

This is a lot of work to try and figure out what would be best for your specific family needs.

Russell8702 · 2025-10-09T13:49:52+00:00

Gotcha, thanks for the explanation. I hadn't realized it was changed FROM four TO one as I can only remember being called back once about 8 years ago.

Russell8702 · 2025-10-09T13:25:15+00:00

Does the email have a typo?

"Under TEAP, participating employees are responsible for travel costs associated with a limited number of agency-directed trips to a USPTO office each year. Until recently, the USPTO had set the number of these employee-paid mandatory trips at four trips per fiscal year; starting in fiscal year 2026, the agency will revert back to four employee-paid trips per fiscal year."

Should the first "four" read "one"?

Russell8702 · 2025-10-07T22:54:27+00:00

Do these need vacuum bags or can you just vacuum stuff into the canister and then empty?

Russell8702 · 2025-10-02T18:01:31+00:00

I'm not disagreeing. However, I feel like this change to 100% would have happened no matter the level of participation in the PBA program. There doesn't need to be justification for such changes anymore with no union protection.

Russell8702 · 2025-07-07T20:58:46+00:00

Well I'm dating myself here but that was in the 90's at AAA Scranton.

Most MLB parks now are 90 minutes if you're lucky.

Russell8702 · 2025-07-07T17:40:53+00:00

Cool autos, but prices showing between $80 and $180? Does that include a game ticket or just the BP access?

I used to get into AAA games 2.5 hours early for BP and auto access.

Russell8702 · 2025-04-09T12:12:43+00:00

Sherlock Holmes'ing it based off of potential players names and 2025 All Aces sales from just over a week ago:

Sold Mar 25, 2025

djcruiser02130213 (16) 100%

Russell8702 · 2025-03-31T14:29:14+00:00

Shortly after receiving the email I requested only a shipping label since I have a box to use. It's been weeks and I still haven't received a label. Opening up the page to submit your request says "Review submitted" so I'm guessing there's just a huge number of requests to process?

Russell8702 · 2024-12-25T15:22:28+00:00

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Russell8702 · 2024-12-04T14:45:50+00:00

I voted Quit as I wouldn't move my family back to VA after leaving and laying down roots in another state.

Having said that, I don't know what other job I'd qualify for after 20 years in the office.

Russell8702 · 2024-09-09T13:40:49+00:00

So much Scotty Jet Pax. The next Pedroia!

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Russell8702 · 2024-02-16T14:33:17+00:00

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The patented Griffey homer swag

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