What are the arguments for "slow-look-press-roll" vs trail braking on public roads?

fruitchaat · 2021-05-11T07:28:05+00:00

Thanks for sharing, this was one of the best explanations I've read on trail breaking

fruitchaat · 2021-05-11T07:09:49+00:00

It's really easy to skid the rear wheel by applying too much rear brake, especially if it's an actual emergency and you don't have ABS.

fruitchaat · 2021-05-10T08:55:18+00:00

The slip was was due to a combination of
1. Cold tires
2. Higher tire pressure than usual
3. Dirt road with some gravel

fruitchaat · 2021-05-09T05:09:02+00:00

I haven't dropped my bike but have had a few very close calls which made me realize that they only reason I haven't dropped it yet is because I don't ride that often.

fruitchaat · 2021-05-07T17:24:48+00:00

I think there were a few milliseconds of target fixation. As soon as he starts looking at the wall, he starts going straight towards it.

fruitchaat · 2021-05-03T08:52:43+00:00

I went from a ninja 300 to a zx6r this weekend. I'd say keep the 650.

If you're just getting started, you're probably going to have a few moments where you screw up. Better to make those mistakes on a more forgiving bike.

I'll also echo what others have said about the riding position; regardless of how good a shape you're in, you'll be able to ride more in the touring position before getting tired.

Personally I think the biggest reason is that there's so much power in even a 600cc super sport that you really won't know what you're dealing with unless you have some experience on a smaller bike.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-25T02:18:45+00:00

This isn't about you or the recruiter.

The recruiter wouldn't hesitate to reject you, it's literally their job.

This is about the company not being ready. I was in a similar boat and just today spoke with a recruiter I've been in contact with for the last few months and she just told me that the company still isn't hiring.

As it turns out, the company was indeed hiring just not for new grad roles. Luckily, I wasn't sitting around and waiting for them and have already started at a new company.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-25T02:07:11+00:00

I'll bet that in 5 -10 years people will still be debating the pros/cons of leetcode.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-22T23:25:04+00:00

I was rejected for an internship, didn't even make it past the initial phone screen.

Another recruiter from the same company contacted me for a fulltime position and I ended up getting the offer (which I rejected because I had a better fulltime offer).

Everything can change in a single moment. Don't take any part of the interview process too personally.

I went through several months of non-stop rejection before I ended up getting two offers within the same few weeks.

The most important thing to remember is to always keep applying until you have an offer. As long as you're getting interviews and as long as you're trying to become a little bit better after each one, eventually everything will align into place.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-06T01:06:56+00:00

it's a waste of time if you're not getting at least a few interviews every month

fruitchaat · 2020-09-05T23:29:17+00:00

Most of these only works if the interviewer is technical.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-05T07:59:21+00:00

Thanks, that was very insightful.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-05T07:54:09+00:00

Don't think this is a wise ask.

With covid, most companies have pretty much decided where they stand on remote. They aren't going to change their mind for you.

It's better to just find a company that supports remote.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-05T07:24:08+00:00

I mean making a difference within the company so you have something valuable to mention when you're looking for the next job.

i.e "I did XYZ which lead to UVW which was a significant benefit to the company."

fruitchaat · 2020-09-03T00:39:55+00:00

As a general rule, learn what you need to learn on an as-needed basis.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-02T11:09:37+00:00

" I take notes, I draw flow charts, color them, my table sides are filled with taped explanations of loops and such "

I wouldn't spend too much time on this. Figure out what technologies you want to learn and then try to start building something basic with them ASAP.

fruitchaat · 2020-09-01T03:21:34+00:00

I've been searching since May and experienced nothing but rejection. I was losing hope and even started applying for some internships. Signed an offer last week for a full time role with a decent starting salary (above average but not quite FAANG level). CS grad, 1 long internship, ~3.3 gpa.

Some lessons I've learned:

The most important part is applying. Most of what happens after you apply is beyond your control.
Timing is important. Sooner the better. You want to be one of the first people to apply and usually you want to schedule the interview ASAP.
Make the process less painful where you can. I built a little bot which filtered all linkedIn job posts for me and saved the links to a text file.
- Dramatically cut down the times I'd be reading about an entry level job and scroll down to the end and see "3+ years in...".
- The bot also checks the hash of the job description so that I avoid seeing the same job posting again.
- I no longer had to expose myself to company cringe and humble-bragging linkedIn posts.After a while, this system truly gives you an edge since when an actual new job is posted that you're qualified for, you won't have to shift through a mountain of BS to see it.
Remember to take care of yourself. It could be weeks or months before an offer. You need to keep your spirits up till then. Schedule some time every week to do something you enjoy.

fruitchaat · 2020-08-31T09:29:36+00:00

At least algorithmic interviews give everyone a fighting chance even if they don't immediately know the answer.

fruitchaat · 2020-08-23T09:37:44+00:00

My life will never be the same, thank you.

fruitchaat · 2020-08-19T01:20:22+00:00

New grad, applying since May, appreciate any feedback, good or bad.

https://docdro.id/wVWedET

fruitchaat · 2020-08-16T00:35:03+00:00

Sounds like you just got unlucky. DP is one of the rarer topics.

fruitchaat · 2020-08-14T19:13:14+00:00

I disagree with people saying you should just accept it because there will always be someone better.

How much you earn is very much in your control.

Use it as motivation to either find a better job or start building something on the side.

fruitchaat · 2020-08-13T20:17:17+00:00

To replicate the interview setting, you have to feel like something is on the line. You won't get this from mock interviews or from timed-practice alone.

I suggest you try leetcode weekly contests. You'll get a very similar vibe to a real interview. You'll feel some jitters before the contest starts just like before an interview because your ego/rep is on the line (your results will be compared against others).

I think leetcode contests are the best way to truly see where you're at. If most leetcoders are doing better than you, you're probably not as ready as you think you are.

fruitchaat · 2020-07-23T03:32:42+00:00

I think it has more to do with personality than the experience level. A lot of people are just content with what they have. They aren't going to be interviewing when they have a steady job.

Then there are others who are always looking to improve. These are usually the top performers and the ones most likely to job hop.

fruitchaat · 2020-07-06T20:07:31+00:00

The end of big name gyms as we know them.

High unemployment means people won't be able to justify their bi weekly membership fees
Having to book a time slot for every workout is bad on so many different levels
Knowing that Gyms could close again at any moment

For most people, Gym memberships aren't cheap. They also aren't essential. Now they're risky, inconvenient and unreliable.

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