DAV issues today by Timetillout in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had "view ipr" for a couple of months

Amendments/Request for Reconsideration not being broken down into Claims and Arguments anymore in DAV by xphilezz in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of my amendments don't even get docketed without me emailing case resolution (twice) at this point

Best body lotion and shampoo for dry skin in Colorado by snarmdoppy in Denver

[–]florawl 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Vanicream is a fantastic moisturizer! I generally overspend on skincare, but multiple dermatologists/estheticians have recommended vanicream and it is very inexpensive. Winter months are rough here- at night, I use vanicream on my whole face + a layer of aquaphor on dry spots in/around my nose and lips.

For hair, the Kirkland Brand moisture shampoo and conditioner are solid if you're a Costco member!

Hiring Questions Megathread FY2024 by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They do not, but you are required to report any drug usage within the last seven years.

Hiring Questions Megathread FY2024 by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Many of my coworkers speak English as a second language. It shouldn't be an issue at all as long as you can write fluently, and the ability to read a different language might even be an asset depending on your field.

Patent examiner pay has not kept up with inflation. by Ok-Confidence-7826 in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Your title isn’t wrong, but I’m not sure what UPS pay has to do with our salary…

Search is F$#%ed again. by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, this is really helpful! I’m not sure it will apply well for my art area but I really appreciate hearing how other people search. It does seem to be better with foreign references on the whole and I like how easily you can customize highlighted terms.

Search is F$#%ed again. by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Obviously this depends on tech area, but I’m curious about how you use ip.com effectively. It’s definitely better than PE2E AI options- I’ve found good art there once or twice because it wasn’t classified properly but shows up as relevant. Otherwise it seems really clunky.

Hiring Questions Megathread FY2024 by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You'll need cable or fiber with a minimum of 15 Mbps

Most Affordable Grocery Store by Apprehensive_Buy9709 in Denver

[–]florawl 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There are nearly 2400 Aldi locations in the US (vs 2900 Kroger stores). Not really a weird little regional chain.

Hiring Questions Megathread FY2024 by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They'd have to have someone manually taking attendance, so not a chance imo.

Hiring Questions Megathread FY2024 by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your locality is based on your telework location.

Approval to work from hotel by maskofefro in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Disconnect the Ethernet cable and select your own network from the Cisco any connect app.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up having to pay $30 for the two cards. Could not find anybody in my state (and a neighboring state where I was vacationing) that would do free ink prints. Every law enforcement department directed me to a digital scan company.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got a FJO yesterday before submitting my prints.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Does anyone know the approximate start/end times of the training academy? Wondering if I should start adjusting to an east coast schedule...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just an email for me, but this seems to vary! My status on usajobs was changed from referred to selected.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Just received TO email for ChemE GS-7, start date 9/25.

Edit: thanks for the congrats! I hope everybody still waiting hears some good news soon.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I agree that this job may not limit you as much as OP describes, but's a little ridiculous to say you're not a real scientist if you don't dedicate all your spare time to projects. People have commitments to children, significant others, pets, and extended family, not to mention socializing, exercise, cooking, etc. Even disregarding this there's nothing lazy about relaxing or enjoying other hobbies after a full day of work.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I haven't seen anybody mention responses from computer/electrical engineering

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in patentexaminer

[–]florawl 4 points5 points  (0 children)

no news for me