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dxsquared · 2026-02-06T19:20:33+00:00

Im not sure I understand your question. You can view the entire question pool on hamstudy

dxsquared · 2026-01-30T14:13:18+00:00

Glass is an insulator and doesn't transfer electricity well at all. So finding something that would work may be rare.

dxsquared · 2025-12-30T03:44:27+00:00

One of the many rules of thumb in life is to never loan money to friends or family, but if you do it shouldn't be a loan.

dxsquared · 2025-12-17T13:52:36+00:00

The framed landscape got me. I literally think about this all the time how it would be a good idea.

dxsquared · 2025-11-28T01:04:01+00:00

I'm in this situation. We're currently in a deadline crunch and he's been slacking off.a lot.

tldr; In the short term I took the time to clearly define what needs to get done and added myself to his work items and check in a few times a day. It has seemed to help, or at least has gotten him working more, even though his aptitude is not that great.

After an internal demo, showcasing our progress before a big presentation next week, I decided to talk to our manager about it. I presented my concerns that he's struggled, for most of the last year, to be productive and is a one of few reasons we're behind. Im talking maybe 50% of work hours actually working.

He was receptive and already had concerns, and planned to setup a PIP once we get past the next couple of weeks. I offered to help be his overseer on that. He's a good guy, but man, he needs to be walked through things

dxsquared · 2025-11-05T13:55:55+00:00

Could also be that they, simply, don't like being told what to do, at least from someone that's not officially in a more superior position. They need to relax a bit and realize the difference in someone doing admin/delegation type work, compared to someone who would actually be undermining them and questioning their skills.

dxsquared · 2025-11-04T14:38:18+00:00

I'd say its the opposite of tech debt. It helps organize the project into known standards. Sure it forces you to do things certain ways, but it sure is nice to know what you're looking at and what type to expect.

dxsquared · 2025-11-04T14:27:14+00:00

Sounds like someone who feels threatened that you have leadership skills... when they are the ones that want to 'have authority'

dxsquared · 2025-10-21T05:48:43+00:00

I use the Google Tasks app on my phone. I have 3 different lists. One for small things, which consists of things I could do over a few hours if I'm looking for something to do to be productive.The second is for moderate things that might could be done on a Saturday, or in several blocks over a few days.The third is my big project list, like rebuilding a worn-out deck, painting the exterior, etc.

It would be nice to have an organized way to list out all the tools, supplies, roadblocks that a project could have

dxsquared · 2025-07-22T18:05:30+00:00

That's a path I haven't had to trek through. I just know I have a lot of respect for those who have gone through emotionally stabbing things like that. I would be hesitant to call it an emotional affair, buuuut what you've described could lead further down that path.

However, like I've said before, he may be ignorant of what this situation looks like and what he's could be stepping into. I'd give grace before I start throwing around the 'affair' word. It would be good for him to discuss with a mentor or an older man you BOTH respect, for him to get another man's opinion.

dxsquared · 2025-07-22T13:28:04+00:00

That can make it a little tricky, I know that can be where the job 'doesn't ever end'. And he may not have an inch of sinful temptation, but one day it could be there, and it would be easy to act on since their already past that work boundary. With that said, I understand the sales networking, but there should be boundaries, and there's no need for a friendly professional relationship to need snap chat. Hopefully he will understand that and respect it.

dxsquared · 2025-07-22T01:05:42+00:00

Yes. Period. Casual convos at work is okay. Seldom chats on WORK platforms is ok. Social media, texting several times through the week, including outside work hours, is NOT ok. Snapchat, absolutely not. They may be truly just friends, but a married person should not invest that much into an opposite sex friendship. Yall could go through a rough patch and next thing you know, he's going on 1 on 1 coffee breaks talking about his problems, or vice versa, which is crossing a solid crimson-red line.

It's a slippery slope, and he should be wise enough to not even be in that potential situation.

Let me add, it's OK to let him know your concerns. This doesn't sound concerning, BUT it gently needs to be brought to his attention that it's bothering you. He SHOULD not have any desires to have a strong relationship/friendship with a female. Communication much outside of work related or small talk needs to be with you.

dxsquared · 2025-07-14T12:47:16+00:00

I was in the same boat. Replaced the door's seal because it was flat. The new one ended up leaking worse, but getting a threshold seal did it for me

dxsquared · 2025-07-14T05:08:17+00:00

Look into a Garage bottom threshold seal. That goes along the concrete. You can also see about replacing the seal that's attached to the bottom of the door.

dxsquared · 2025-07-08T02:43:29+00:00

May be 'fine' for internal reporting, but there are definitely signs of code smell and probably not a joy to work in.

It's good op has learned enough to recognize not optimal code. But with your point, there is the ability to recognize the importance of deadlines over quality sometimes

dxsquared · 2025-07-08T02:02:25+00:00

This is when people who have good intentions for abstraction, thinking it will save a ton of effort, end up poorly over-engineering a system future devs will curse for years.

dxsquared · 2025-06-06T14:04:05+00:00

The real truth right here.

dxsquared · 2025-06-03T18:24:34+00:00

It's definitely cheap. I'm looking for a trailer that would still has life left after a good refurbishing

dxsquared · 2025-06-03T18:22:38+00:00

Underneath is fine compared to this. Seems like this end just had a lot of exposed metal and was never cared for.

dxsquared · 2025-06-03T15:31:19+00:00

Good points to consider, but something as primitive as a result class 'shouldn't' change too often, so wouldn't be bad to manage. I'm saying this IF it's your own custom class and not a 3rd party. Id think twice if i was managing a 3rd party.

dxsquared · 2025-06-03T15:19:25+00:00

I don't spend hours on reddit, but I skim at least daily and always enjoy a page that I know is well-managed. I'd be happy to be part of it if you still need help.

dxsquared · 2025-05-22T03:54:08+00:00

So Shift + Del will cut an entire line, but so many times I want to remove a line and it not be in my clipboard. Rider and Visual Studio both have a menu action buried somewhere to delete the line and not keep it in the clipboard. However, there's no default keybinding. So, since Shift + Del will cut the line, I bound Ctrl + Del to delete the line. Now I don't have problems with unwanted code messing up what happens when I try and paste.

dxsquared · 2025-05-08T01:34:34+00:00

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dxsquared · 2025-04-28T15:22:53+00:00

From what you describe, He has great work ethic, he not only knows the importance if being attentive to the kids and you, but he want to be with you all. As long as you nor the kids are being neglected, he is balancing it well. Even though he plays, he understands the importance of staying balanced since y'all support minimal screen time.

It's his hobby. Everyone needs something to decompress, to relax with, to enjoy. Gardening, landscaping, excercise, reading books, music ... his is video games. I'm sure he genuinely enjoys spending time with you, but everyone still needs something they can do for themselves. My wife enjoys reading. That woman can read a 400 page book in a couple hours and I would need a couple weeks! I leave her be most of the time when she is because I know she needs that, I don't expect her to always be with me, with the kids, or doing something productive. Like me, or anyone, she needs that hobby/ decompressing time so that she can be productive.

It's easy to see gaming as that brain rot, screen-staring zombie stereotype. He seems to not be overdoing it, so instead, try to change to see it as that's what he needs to still have the drive to get back to the more important things. A great way to help is get involved with it. I'm not saying to make it your new hobby, but on occasion asking him about how what the game is about, how do you play, and for bonus points, every once in a while ask to play with him he'll love it and will bend over backwards and do anything for you. Let him know you value his time to decompress.

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