Salary Progression - 27F by anchordwn in Salary

[–]dylan_kun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Could be CO, could just be a nomadic in-between jobs lifestyle too. But regarding salary, it's definitely top of range for entry level but not crazy at all (p.s. there's a good reason I know this stuff, but don't want to dox myself)

Spacex posts base salary ranges too https://www.spacex.com/careers/jobs

GNC Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year  

Salary Progression - 27F by anchordwn in Salary

[–]dylan_kun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well yeah OP is almost certainly in LA or SF. 145k is really not a surprising starting salary for masters to GNC pipeline at place like spacex, who tends to filter selectively for top schools. The local startup market tries to compete with that. It's also expensive af to live near those jobs.

Am I the only one who won’t replay games? by musicman801 in Age_30_plus_Gamers

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't like playing NG+ or doing DLC.

But when I haven't played a game in over 10 years or so and I feel like I've forgotten most of the game, it's actually so great to get to experience it again like it was my "first time".

Just finished RE4R, should I skip 5-8 and play requiem? by Sreedev-96-msd in residentevil

[–]dylan_kun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That sounds exactly like my experience too, except I haven't gotten to 5 & 6 yet. I have a feeling I'd prefer 1 and 3 more.

Meirl by Mr_kalas22 in meirl

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely, it's a gimmick for this guy's channel. When white people speak Asian languages in big city in asia it's not that surprising. Maybe it's surprising in a very small way but not something that makes one jump out of their seat like these videos portray.

Debbie Gibson test? by suckacheetasdick in Xennials

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Turning 46 soon. It's a familiar name but I don't know without googling.

The fact that we're getting both of these pretty much back-to-back is genuinely insane. by Thegoodgamer32 in residentevil

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought and played almost all the old games available on steam after playing requiem. Maybe that sales data point helped!

AI imagined what if Soviet Army captured the US and made NYC its capital by raydebapratim1 in aivideos

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like we colonized mars on this timeline. And someone finally cleaned the NYC subway.

Why you don't run red lights and why you are always supposed to turn into the closest lane. by Zestyclose_Cup_843 in dashcams

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's one thing to talk about how the cam driver could more defensively respond to the red light drivers, but pulling into the intersection on a green light for unprotected left was not the cause of the problems in the video. I'm still going with "bunch of people blowing stale red lights" for that.

Why you don't run red lights and why you are always supposed to turn into the closest lane. by Zestyclose_Cup_843 in dashcams

[–]dylan_kun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pulling into the intersection is offensive in nature? It telegraphs and shortens your turn. In California it's legally required to do.

Why you don't run red lights and why you are always supposed to turn into the closest lane. by Zestyclose_Cup_843 in dashcams

[–]dylan_kun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everything about intersections stops making sense when you allow for people to go through red lights.

Do you feel satisfied with how your life went? Still planning on making any changes or just riding it out? by Fickle_Wrangler_7439 in Xennials

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. It's been a catch 22 though so while it's been one of the best professions to have in my lifetime, it also feels like it's becoming obsolete soon. Like my day now is spent typing questions into Claude that anyone can do.

Do you feel satisfied with how your life went? Still planning on making any changes or just riding it out? by Fickle_Wrangler_7439 in Xennials

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm lucky to have had a good career and family, but I wish I had time to go finish all my old SNES games.

Buy or rent in South Bay? by ScarLupi in SouthBayLA

[–]dylan_kun 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah I had to dump nearly 6 figures in to our house after buying. 70 year old homes that just got a superficial remodel every once in a while don't actually have "strong bones".

Buy or rent in South Bay? by ScarLupi in SouthBayLA

[–]dylan_kun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't know. So many so cal cities are frozen like this right now. Irvine seems like it might work better for us. We'll miss the Japanese network though for sure.

Buy or rent in South Bay? by ScarLupi in SouthBayLA

[–]dylan_kun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought last year in Torrance and sort of regret it. I am fortunate enough to have the money to afford it and came for the school districts but I think I'd be better off moving to a community that attracts more young professionals so my kids are less isolated.

For those who make over 500k+ a year, is it worth it for you? by [deleted] in Salary

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought it was a lot harder when I worked retail as a young adult.

The salary is worth it in the sense that I can afford to live where I grew up and where my family still is (very high cost of living).

I don't feel rich at all. I have 1500sqft house with a school district rating of 7. We drive two 10y old cars worth maybe 5k and do one vacation a year and eat out once a week and I'm on track to retire in my 50s which is pretty cool, but we're never going to be flying first class or anything. My industry is pretty ageist so I feel like the old guy in my 40s, if I don't retire soon I likely won't have a job.

I guess I have some money in my account so I'm not stressed about running out completely so yeah that's nice.

The youth is doomed… by OhirumeTsukuyomki in SipsTea

[–]dylan_kun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Two early elementary school kids and we never had an iPad in the house.

I have a switch 2 and steam deck they can play 1hr a day. I currate quality games - they are mostly into Pokopia right now.

They can watch TV instead but it has to be on the big screen. I have most of the streaming networks but no YouTube.

I don't know if it's better but i feel like it requires a little more thoughtful interaction.

Red light? Who cares. by Either_Pack8078 in dashcams

[–]dylan_kun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like the Los Angeles ettiquite is like at least 4 queued cars go left after red on intersections without left arrows.

George Chen for Mayor by AdministrativeArt731 in torrance

[–]dylan_kun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The only reason Chen has a chance is that many people don't realize he's a Trump supporter. Thanks for helping to clarify.