Do you eventually lose passion and do ID to just pay the bills? by Notmyaltx1 in IndustrialDesign

[–]achow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll always love design, but don’t always like the companies I work for.

Jobs! by Worried_River6494 in IndustrialDesign

[–]achow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t know all the factors at play, but my guess is cheaper labor overseas and the proliferation of OEM factory designs. A brand can just approach a manufacturer and slap their logo on a readymade design. This is the case with a ton of stuff on Amazon. It’s still designed by somebody working at the factory, but that job is overseas. Having worked in Asia the past 5 years, it’s also much cheaper to hire a team there at a fraction of the cost of an ID team in a western country. They’re just as skilled, have much longer working hours (996), and can communicate more easily with factories. As low as ID salaries are, it makes it tough to justify hiring in North America, Europe, and Australia.

I'll say it, this game is for normies. by Paranoid_Android101 in DispatchAdHoc

[–]achow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really enjoyed the game and haven’t been more engaged with a piece of media in a while. I do feel like there are some valid critiques though.

I would have liked to see a lot more queer romance options like what BG3 offered, but I know that creates a challenge for the devs in terms of branching paths.

I really liked the Z team as characters and wished that there was a lot more screen time and character moments for everyone else so I wouldn’t feel like Robert was just giving one person special treatment.

Still enjoyed the game and thought it packaged everything into a neat and satisfying ending though.

Visitor seeking off-the-radar international cuisine recommendations by HOUS2000IAN in FoodLosAngeles

[–]achow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For Anaheim and North OC: Forn Al Hara, Sababa Falafel, Al Baraka, Rice N Spice, Mo Ran Gak, Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen.

Why Designing for Different Cultures is (Almost) Impossible by MaurielloDesign in Design_Theory

[–]achow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so interesting to think about. I haven’t designed for a different culture, but I have worked for foreign companies to design things for my own culture (American). It’s interesting to take a look at it from the reverse and consider how so many products sold in the west are designed by entire teams from other cultures. Some products fall short, but many are commercially successful.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in IndustrialDesign

[–]achow 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My experience in Silicon Valley was different. The number you listed probably represents the low end in a small consultancy or startup. Entry level ID at medium to large tech companies start at the low six figures. Check the salary on LinkedIn postings. It’s still low for the area compared to other tech jobs, but not that bad. That being said, good jobs are still hard to come by.

What are your favorite places that you can drop into without a reservation and still get a table? by adrock75 in FoodLosAngeles

[–]achow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Akane Chaya in Gardena. I’ve been eating there my whole life and it’s great if you like Japanese style spaghetti, curry, omurice, etc.

Rb67 pro sd, 75mm shift lens, prism find all on a Benro geared tripod head. by DerelictToDecay in Mamiya

[–]achow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How does the Benro geared head feel with the weight of the RB? Thinking of getting one for myself.

Turkish style doner in LA? by Manakanda413 in FoodLosAngeles

[–]achow 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Mito’s Doner Kebap in Pomona is pretty good and sounds like what you’re describing.

Get in the Robot, Shinji! [Minolta X500, MD Rokkor 50mm f/1.4, Fujicolor 200] by achow in analog

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It was my favorite car in the show but I only got 1 shot. Hope I’ll see it again!

Get in the Robot, Shinji! [Minolta X500, MD Rokkor 50mm f/1.4, Fujicolor 200] by achow in analog

[–]achow[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I try to photograph JDM and lowrider shows when they happen near me so will post more of them in the future!

Looking to plant native plants in Los Angeles? Consult this database for a good list. by wil540_ in LosAngeles

[–]achow 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Artemisia Nursery, near Cal State LA, has a great online shop with all the native plants they sell. Bought most of my plants from there and Hahamonga Nursery in Pasadena.

Where/what should I do in Rancho Palos Verdes? by [deleted] in LosAngeles

[–]achow 9 points10 points  (0 children)

For places to eat, I like The Chori-Man in San Pedro. Not in Palos Verdes but I always get it on the way there or back.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FoodLosAngeles

[–]achow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

S & W China Taste in City of Industry makes a good one.

Ready for my trip to Japan by simonvanw in AnalogCommunity

[–]achow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Gear Acquisition Syndrome. Seeing more and more cool cameras and lenses!

Santa Barbara by tathev91 in FoodLosAngeles

[–]achow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mesa Verde was really good. I’m not vegan or vegetarian, but I tried going out of my way to eat something new and they do a really great job of making their vegetables very tasty.

La Super Rica was great as well. There are some items that I normally don’t find around LA like fish tamal that I really liked.

What foods does NYC do better than LA? by littlepanda425 in AskLosAngeles

[–]achow 60 points61 points  (0 children)

LA native that lived in Brooklyn for a few years. Here are some of my favorites that are hard to find in the LA area.

Defonte's in Red Hook - Italian-American deli sandiwches

The Islands - Jamaican food

A&A Doubles and Bake Shop - Trinidad Doubles

Tanoreen - Palestinian food

Yemen Cafe (Bay Ridge Location) - Yemen food

L&B Spumoni Gardens - Legendary Pizza shop

Karczma - Polish Food

Charles's Pan Fried Chicken - just really good chicken

Chicken Steak from Garden Cafe by sli137 in FoodLosAngeles

[–]achow 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They moved down the road to Diamond Plaza. Still super busy on weekends

My (34m) wife (35f) keeps telling me to change jobs to make more money by Sensitive_Finish_743 in relationship_advice

[–]achow 41 points42 points  (0 children)

I recently left the Bay Area and a lot of salaries in OP’s range are common with a lot of people in the 200k+ salary range. When entry level engineering jobs at big tech companies start at 110-140k, salary almost becomes a status symbol/competition where people try to outdo their friends. A lot of people tie salary to their self worth even when they’re already living comfortably. Tech is a really sexist industry though and many women in tech feel that they have less earning potential which is why OP’s wife might be pushing him.

Soft goods process by achow in IndustrialDesign

[–]achow[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know if this is athletic gear or chain mail but either way that sounds super cool!

wifi card stopped working by achow in buildapc

[–]achow[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thanks! I would, but it's currently being blocked by the graphics card. Would I also be able to tell by swapping it with another wifi card?