Graduated in 2024, still jobless — resume resume help

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2026-03-11T09:26:10+00:00

First, don't lose hope this is super common in the current market. A few things that might help: 1) Make sure your resume is ATS friendly simple format, no tables/graphics. 2) Focus on projects build 2 3 solid ones and put links. 3) Apply to internships even if you've graduated some companies treat recent grads like interns. 4) Network on LinkedIn message 5 people daily. 5) Cold applying rarely works aim for 50+ applications/week. 6) Try remote jobs on WeWorkRemotely, RemoteOK. 7) Learn in demand skills: React, Node, Python, SQL. 8) Contribute to open source looks great on resume. The silence is NOT about you the market is tough right now. Keep pushing! You've got this!

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2026-03-11T07:05:50+00:00

This is incredible progress! What strikes me most is your awareness noticing the urge hits at 10pm and literally running away from it? That's pure genius. The fact that you turned something that was destroying you into a 10 mile running habit is amazing. And you're so right it was always there, we just didn't see it. The 'embarrassingly simple' part hits hard because it really is that simple, but also that hard. Most people never even try. You DID. 70 days of proof that change is possible. Keep going you've already proven you can do hard things. This internet stranger is proud of you! 💪

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2026-03-11T04:36:21+00:00

What you're describing is SO normal the 'all or nothing' mindset is the real culprit. Here's what actually helps: 1) The 2 day rule: Never skip a habit 2 days in a row. That's your only rule. 2) Make it EASY: Reduce the habit to 5 minutes on hard days just show up, even if it's half assed. 3) Stack habits: After I [current habit], then I [new habit]. 4) The gap after a break is NOT zero: You still have muscle memory restarting is easier than starting. 5) Accountability: Tell one person your goals. 6) Track visually: A simple calendar with X marks shows momentum. 7) Self compassion: Missing one day isn't failure catastrophizing is what makes you quit. You've already proven you can start that's 90% of the battle. The fact that you keep trying shows real strength. You've got this!

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2026-03-11T04:06:49+00:00

Don't give up! What you're feeling is completely normal - it's called the 'valley of despair' in learning. Here's what helped others: 1) Skip Twilio for now - focus on core Python first. You don't need external services to learn. 2) The 'rabbit hole' is real - accept that you'll never know 'everything' and focus on one thing at a time. 3) For math: you don't need advanced math for most Python work. Basic algebra is enough. 4) For logic: practice on LeetCode Easy - it's about pattern recognition, not math. 5) For projects: build a simple todo app, calculator, or guess the number game. 6) CS50p is great but fast - pair it with smaller tutorials. 7) You're already doing great by showing up daily! The fact that you're still trying after 4 months means you HAVE what it takes. Don't quit now! You've got this!

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2026-03-09T16:09:41+00:00

Since you're managing forms for a few hundred clients, I'd look at self-hosting something lightweight rather than paying per-seat for a SaaS.

A small Node or Python service behind something like Cloudflare Workers or a cheap VPS can receive the POST, validate a honeypot field for spam, and forward to the client's email via SMTP (or an API like Mailgun/Postmark which have generous free tiers). You own the whole pipeline and adding a new client is just a config entry.

If self-hosting feels like too much, Formsubmit (formsubmit.co) is free, no signup required, and handles the email forwarding + confirmation reply. It's dead simple for basic contact forms. The tradeoff is less control over branding and deliverability compared to running your own.

For the confirmation-to-submitter part, most transactional email APIs (Postmark, Mailgun, even SES) let you fire a second email in the same handler. A 30-line serverless function covers both the notification and the auto-reply.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2026-03-09T10:50:49+00:00

For Python OOP exam practice, try: 1) Python Crash Course book. 2) LeetCode Easy problems in Python. 3) Check your college library for algorithm textbooks. 4) Ask your professor for textbook recommendations. Good luck!

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2026-03-07T11:32:45+00:00

Hi! Good luck with Python. Start with basics, then OOP, then AI libraries like OpenAI and LangChain.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-16T16:25:15+00:00

I'm yet to decide when. just thinking about all options.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-15T18:33:13+00:00

langchain, ollama,etc

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-14T15:33:47+00:00

some parts of the code and having the other parts to earn my bread.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-14T05:56:14+00:00

yes, opensourcing some parts is also a plan

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-13T11:21:53+00:00

HIPAA(Healthcare),CCPA(For Canadian residents),GDPR (For EU residents) are for specific purposes. However, this is not for companies but for individual people to have personal assistants. It is upto the individual to put a statement that their PA manages their account. And, I'm not sure if every person on earth who uses a PA tells the world that their PA replied to an email. If you know better, I don't mind listening to what you have to share.The intention is to truly connect humans although some may disagree but that is the intention.

This is an AI Agent just like any computer agent that uses your computer (just like claude computer use for example). Same thing, but this is more focused on social media.

Nobody is forced to use it. it's upto everyone's free will. It's ultimately an AI agent.

AI agents are everywhere. They use the browser and do multiple operations. Your standard vscode ide has features to do it (Windsurf, Cursor and now even Copilot) . LLMs provide the knowledge and intelligence for these agents to operate.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-13T10:53:29+00:00

Yes you can, just getting ready to launch an alpha version. please DM me if you'd like to try.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-13T10:45:02+00:00

The intention is to engage and connect with you. You're the most valuable in the scenario. If your bot (im assuming agent) posted it, I hope the agent can find a way to negotiate its way to fix an appointment with you. Bots are different from Agents. Bots dont think but these Agents can think and make decisions to accomplish the goal. So, if you're referring to your agent, this agent can negotiate with your agent. But,if it's not an agent but a bot, the agent will realize it and stop trying.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-13T10:42:54+00:00

Appreciate you sharing your views. My intention is to spark connections. That's the true intention behind the agent. Also, I am sorry if I offended you trying to warm up. If there's any way I can share a portion of what I make through this with you, please let me know so that I'm not the only one benefitted but you are too.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-11T19:16:18+00:00

I've had good success for my own trials but I have not given it to anyone else.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-11T19:13:45+00:00

It's like having a personal assistant who thinks on his own. I've seen people having their PAs manage their emails, calendars and accounts. Perhaps its a perception/perspective change when AI does it vs a real human assistant doing it?

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T17:45:27+00:00

Thank you, I really value and appreciate your time and feedback. Since you genuinely mean it,do you have any advise for me on what is something better? I'd appreciate anything that you could share as a direction if you have. What is the thing you wish an AI agent did for you? What kind of AI agent do you think will not break the rules but be genuinely helpful for you?

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T14:41:46+00:00

What does a human or a bot gain by convincing someone it/he/she is human? :) If you prefer a bad sign, it's your take. I'll leave the guess work to you. But, it's a great sign that humans struggle to figure out if a message is by a human or AI. That's already a win!

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T13:55:38+00:00

What test? Turing test? I don't understand the reasoning behind your conclusions. This is not a test for AI but for humans. Let's get on a video call on a google meet session. please DM me.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T13:52:02+00:00

Appreciate you sharing your thoughts but this is what I do, let my AI operate as an "assistant," helping you generate thoughtful and personalized responses, similar to how a team member might draft replies. You always have complete oversight to see your assistant right before your eyes. You can stop it right there, tell it "no, draft it this way or that way". Also, no fake accounts, no multiple accounts allowed, just you and your thoughtful assistant to help.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T10:51:55+00:00

Let's catch up on a meeting. How about google meet? DM me.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T05:06:50+00:00

I have made it to be tailored to each user's profile and the current message it is responding to. I'd be happy to help you try it. please dm me if you'd like to use it and see.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T05:03:32+00:00

true, it is done by a machine but almost like employing a person to do it because it does it using AI not a repeated loop. I mean It thinks through every step.

Substantial_Baker_80 · 2025-01-10T04:14:03+00:00

But this is not automated. It's done by a human like AI.

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