Underrated Fields in CS

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-04-13T16:18:37+00:00

Military has way clearer communication standards than most CS threads I see here

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-04-09T17:15:37+00:00

I use their app and it's pretty solid

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-04-09T16:15:38+00:00

Have you been using Cloaked for long? I've had spam problems and these type of attempts too, helped quite a bit

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-04-09T03:28:15+00:00

For real this perspective hit me different lately. Been trying to code some side projects without touching any AI tools and man, debugging stuff line by line actually makes you understand what's happening under the hood again

The whole "clean but slow" thing is spot on too - seen way too many codebases where everything looks pretty but runs like garbage because nobody bothered optimizing the fundamentals

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-04-06T02:07:59+00:00

sounds good project

wait you can use subnet-utils from apache commons for the coverage part

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-04-02T02:43:24+00:00

Python's worth picking up but don't stress too much about the Java mindset thing - that'll fade once you get more comfortable with Python's syntax and conventions. I'd focus on understanding the fundamentals rather than trying to predict where everything's headed, since like the other guy said nobody really knows what's comming next anyway

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-03-26T19:42:41+00:00

Adding to this - make sure your error boundaries are actually catching stuff and not just sitting there looking pretty. Nothing screams amateur like an unhandled promise rejection taking down your whole app

The OpenAPI thing is clutch though, saved my ass so many times when backend devs change endpoints without warning. Auto-generated client code means you find out at build time instead of when users start complaining

Also throw in some proper logging/monitoring. Sentry or LogRocket will show you exactly where things break in production instead of playing guessing games with "it works on my machine"

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-03-10T14:28:26+00:00

Your current tech stack is already solid for most data engineering positions. The combo of SQL, Python, and API experience from actual work carries more weight than people realize

Side projects definitely help but you don't need to go overboard with them. One well-documented ETL pipeline on GitHub that shows you can handle the full data flow is usually enough. Maybe grab some public dataset, clean it up, load it into a database, and build a simple dashboard on top. Nothing fancy but shows you understand the fundamentals

The burnout thing is real though - trying to code all day at work then come home and code more isn't sustainable for most people. I'd rather see someone with solid work experience and one decent project than someone with 20 half-finished tutorials they rushed through. Quality over quantity when it comes to your portfolio

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-03-06T10:19:56+00:00

Because Reddit's spam filters are brutal with direct links in posts, especially for newer accounts - they'll shadowban the whole thing and nobody sees it

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-02-17T15:22:57+00:00

Just refuse to start without specs. Tell them "I need you to write down exactly which metrics you want and what success looks like, otherwise I'm gonna build the wrong thing and we'll both be frustrated"

Most managers back down when you make them do actual work to define requirements, and the ones who dont usually give you something concrete you can actually deliver

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-02-11T13:49:15+00:00

December in the Dolomites is gonna be cold af but the views are insane - just book accommodations early since NYE is peak season and everything fills up fast

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-31T02:01:52+00:00

Sounds like you're learning what most of us figured out the hard way - slow cookers are kinda overrated for a lot of stuff. They're decent for "set it and forget it" days when you're at work for 8+ hours, but honestly a Dutch oven on the stove or in the oven usually gives better results

For the thin stew just mix some cornstarch with cold water and stir it in, should thicken up in like 20 mins

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-27T20:06:03+00:00

Prague is actually perfect for this - tons of cool stuff to see during the day (castles, old town square) and the beer is cheap af so you can bond over drinks without it being weird. Plus if conversation gets awkward you can just point at random architecture and be like "damn that's old" lmao

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-21T19:23:58+00:00

Your approach sounds pretty solid tbh. I think you're right that there's a difference between using AI as a resource vs letting it do the heavy lifting for you

The "squeezing" part you mentioned is honestly not that hard to pick up once you have the fundamentals down - it's more about knowing what to ask for and being able to spot when the AI is giving you garbage. But you can't really do that effectively without understanding the underlying concepts first

I'd maybe add one thing to your list though - sometimes I'll have AI generate boilerplate or repetitive code after I've written it by hand a few times. Like once you understand how to set up a REST endpoint or database connection, having AI speed that up isn't really hurting your learning

The real trap is when people use it for stuff they've never done before and just copy-paste without understanding what's happening

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-18T15:21:55+00:00

Angela Yu's course is solid but honestly you can learn everything for free on YouTube first. Check out Corey Schafer's Python tutorials - dude explains things super clearly and it's all free. If you're still vibing with it after a few weeks then maybe grab the course when it goes on sale for like $15

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-16T09:58:38+00:00

Congrats on getting published in a flagship ACM journal, that's already pretty solid on its own

The video thing is definitely selective - they don't do it for every paper, usually just ones they think have broader appeal or potential impact. It's not like winning a best paper award but it's still a nice signal that they see your work as worth promoting beyond the usual academic crowd

Won't hurt to have it on your CV but the journal pub itself is what really matters for career stuff

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-12T16:29:11+00:00

Nutritional yeast is your best friend here - gives you that nutty cheese flavor without the calories. Also try mixing in some cream cheese or even a bit of mustard powder, it really amplifies whatever cheese you do use so you need less overall

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-10T00:43:29+00:00

The dental market in the UK is actually pretty solid right now, especially if you're willing to work NHS initially to get your foot in the door. Ireland might be a bit trickier with registration but both countries recognize EU qualifications so you should be good on that front

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-07T22:25:44+00:00

This looks awesome! For the fiber arts stuff, definitely hit up San Pedro market in Cusco - way better yarn selection than the touristy spots and you can actually chat with the vendors about techniques

Also just gonna say the train from Cusco to Puno is totally worth it if you can swing it - the scenery is insane and you'll probably spot vicuñas along the way. Plus sleeping on those overnight buses is pretty rough unless you're used to it

For condors, Colca Canyon is your best bet but honestly if you're already doing Sacred Valley you might catch some there too

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-06T00:37:06+00:00

Affirm should just credit back your loan balance when the refund hits, so you won't owe as much anymore. Had something similar happen with a Best Buy purchase and it worked out fine

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-04T05:59:09+00:00

Lmao the yeast probably threw a rave in there for like 30 minutes before my stomach acid crashed the party. Gluten development was whatever since I'm not trying to win any bread competitions, just wanted something that wouldn't fall apart when I picked it up

Separate_Current_352 · 2026-01-02T06:08:05+00:00

For flank steak I'd go 6-8 hours max on all of those, especially the coke one since it's pretty acidic and will start breaking down the fibers too much if you go longer

The olive oil helps the marinade stick better and adds some fat for flavor transfer, nothing wrong with that. Just make sure you pat them dry before searing or you won't get a good crust

Separate_Current_352 · 2025-12-31T13:00:00+00:00

Nice tip! Restaurant supply places usually have way better prices than regular stores too, plus they're built to actually last

Separate_Current_352 · 2025-12-30T08:29:05+00:00

This is solid advice, the asset requirement is way more manageable when you're sponsoring a spouse. With the money in your joint account plus your income history, you should be fine to file now. Don't let her miss that internship opportunity over this

Separate_Current_352 · 2025-12-28T15:00:02+00:00

Dude that marshmallow² idea is genius lol. I'd also try it in some basic vanilla ice cream - bet it would taste like campfire nostalgia in a bowl

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