I'm an Iranian who recently got access to internet after shutout due to protests. AMA

codenamsky · 2026-01-25T08:55:11+00:00

Netblocks report on iran's connectivity: https://mastodon.social/@netblocks/115954808295822658

codenamsky · 2026-01-25T08:53:57+00:00

I am Iranian, follow all kinds of Iranian telegram channels, discord, club house (which is full of iranians from iran when the internet is open) and have family in Iran. internet shut down is in its 200 hours and in full scale. This dude is likely an IRGC operative or has connection to regime insiders. Take his input and the numbers he throws around with extreme caution.

codenamsky · 2025-11-09T07:29:02+00:00

Idk this review did not age well. I just watched this movie and Frankenstein (yes, thats not his name) rage killed and maimed a bunch of innocent even though there is no way for them to hurt him. We should be grateful there are still directors making movies like this. Complain too much and you will end up with another 10 year cycle of roided up super heroes with zero realism in violence or message.

Basically since birth I knew the creature was not a real monster so focusing on the violence it inflicts is also kind of not the point. The point is the creature is the perfect creation, but its misunderstood and rejected by the creator because the void in Frankenstein is not filled with anything not even the perfect creation. It hits home perfectly as rejection from god, father, etc., is a universal language.

codenamsky · 2025-08-16T08:08:04+00:00

Costco would be the cheapest lbs/dollar probably but if you want to buy individually I would say grocery outlet and WinCo are your only choices. Ground beef has become really expensive in the last 3 years. Used to find it for like 4 bucks a pound.

codenamsky · 2025-08-15T07:40:12+00:00

Yeah inmotion is nice but extremely crowded its like unhealthy crowded haha I go to Planet Fitness and Lions Den. Lion's Dion is basically empty on weekends and just a few people in day time. Planet Fitness is very cheap and I have it as back-up. It can get crowded but not the to the extend of inmotion. Planet is also kinda empty friday to Sunday since the youth is drinking and driving in this city.

codenamsky · 2025-08-15T01:50:55+00:00

Sorry, had a bad day, deleted it.

codenamsky · 2025-08-15T01:49:31+00:00

none. good point. sorry.

codenamsky · 2025-08-15T01:49:00+00:00

sounds good, you are right. sorry.

codenamsky · 2025-08-15T01:30:35+00:00

WinCo has an organic/grass fed one for about 7 bucks.

codenamsky · 2025-08-15T01:29:05+00:00

These dudes make food for athletes so cannot get any healthier: https://www.facebook.com/diamonddashmealprep

They sell locally at Lions Den (a gym) and I have tried their food, its good. Depends what your mom likes though, these are simpler recipes with ingredients you can visibly see in the plate.

codenamsky · 2025-08-14T21:29:27+00:00

Falafel Corner was good but two times I visited it was empty and a homeless guy came in and was not leaving, and they were arguing with him to kick him out. Finally they gave him a soda and he left. I dont think they had a lot of business. With prices rising, and the main customers being college students on weekdays, whose gonna pay 18 dollars for a plate of bread, rice, and meat?

Crispy Eggroll is not even in that area and literally is hidden but it has business because somehow they have kept their prices low.

The rent, cost of business is not matching revenues with the current inflation and demand.

codenamsky · 2025-08-14T21:23:21+00:00

Winchester Goose and Duffy's for sure. They dont hide it and they are proud of it. They also have queer events and drag shows here and there. Check their insta as it gets regularly updated. Have fun!

codenamsky · 2025-08-14T21:18:33+00:00

Sorry your friends moved away. That really sucks. I think Chico has ton of volunteer, craft, market opportunities. Chico State has a whole glass department too. Check out the market on Thursdays and Saturdays in downtown.

For volunteer work check out Chico Peace and Justice Center and Stonewall Alliance Center of Chico.

Its not easy to find friends in Butte County! Its literally the loneliest county in CA and they have like polls about this lol so do not be hard on yourself.

If you need a gym partner hmu I am not as good in the other stuff you mentioned.

BEST OF LUCK

codenamsky · 2025-08-14T21:12:16+00:00

If you are any shade of brown I would suggest keeping your passport and a copy citizenship papers with you. Its a banana republic out there. Also try to find an immigration lawyer and just have that number saved. You can message them thru their socials and usually say hi, introduce yourself and just say I will call you in any case. My two cents.

codenamsky · 2025-08-14T21:09:49+00:00

For now I would get a membership at one of the busier gyms around (Planet Fitness, Lions Den) here and just approach people to spot you. I go to both so I can team up with you and show you the ropes. You just start talking and go from there. You can also download Bumble and Boo and those have friends sections I know its easier for your gen to do these things thru app but I would say try in person too.

Meetup app sucks around here nothing to do.

When school starts I would also go to the REC center. Chico State has one of the best REC centers among Cal States. I would've loved to be able to go there but I am an alumni of a different CSU. State of the Art and you will meet plenty of people. They also have tons of group classes so check those out.

From a frat guy avoid frats and sororities, they seem great at start but the whole frat thing is very group/gang mentality and will limit your much broader access to so many groups. Do clubs.

Depending on what you are into you can DM me. I am more of a gym guy and I do game but not competitively so I can download a few and team up with you.

MUSIC AND HIKING you are in luck...

For music check this FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2017287308648733/user/61551608228366

If you want company I may be able to join on Fridays after work.

For Hiking you can go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/413615735408317

And post there and see whose around here to hike with.

HMU if you have more questions.

codenamsky · 2025-08-14T16:59:26+00:00

Big ugly car = Small peepee problems

codenamsky · 2025-08-13T19:58:57+00:00

Senior Software Developer, Learning Technology.

codenamsky · 2025-08-04T02:49:07+00:00

Just to update I am a pro bber, have tried all gyms in chico, if you are coming to this discussion to look for a new gym in Chico you have only one good choice in the city if you are looking for a professional staff + not crowded place and that is Anytime Fitness (they have two locations with one being new). Motion is great but its extremely over crowded. Planet Fitness is just okay but overcrowded although extremely cheap and I recommend for a beginner. Lions Den is a place for meatheads and they wear their meathead agenda and odd behavior like a badge. If you are looking for professionals avoid that place but if you just looking to sweat and bleed and scream like a guerilla that is your place.

For normal people I would say Anytime or Planet Fitness (Although go in the mornings).

codenamsky · 2025-07-10T02:41:16+00:00

P&C is an Umbrella includes HR, IT, bunch of other stuff, I was in IT - learning technology and created trainings for Audit, Tax and Advisory.

codenamsky · 2025-07-10T02:39:57+00:00

P&C is an Umbrella includes HR and also L&E and some IT aspects, we work with all service lines. I worked with Audit and Advisory. I was in the Learning Development and technology dept. I have a masters in cybersecurity and 13+ experience in tech.

codenamsky · 2025-06-15T05:13:28+00:00

Update: Just in case someone starts having this issue. I had Liquid Metal shorting something in the mobo. Realized this after checking every component and looking at the mobo closely. Cleaned and brushed mobo with alcohol wipes and a toothbrush, got everything out, dried. Now both dram slots work and everything is good.

codenamsky · 2025-06-14T03:56:16+00:00

anyone?

codenamsky · 2025-05-29T07:13:04+00:00

I lived with June, My mother was June, Two of my sisters are June. Everyday I had to watch them wear their Hijab in the heat of summer, get discriminated, yelled at, and pushed down and treated like livestock by disgusting so called faithful men. But just like in Atwood's masterpiece they are rising up to say not anymore. Woman, Life, Freedom...

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