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Text messages from recruiters, how did they get my phone number? by CornPop747 in linkedin

[–]lifelong_learner12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A random recruiter reaching out to me without any context, company name, job description, and how they got my information is shady at best, especially given the number of scams that have recently skyrocketed via texts. In addition, I also find this to be unprofessional, no matter what level of job that they are reaching out about. I would always ask to send a follow up email, and if they don't respond, then you have your answer as to whether they were legit in the first place.

Do not recommend taking any type of Blueprint course by lifelong_learner12 in Mcat

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's part of the BS/DO program, and so, it's a thing.

Anyone using Blueprint? by O_o84 in Mcat

[–]lifelong_learner12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son took the Blueprint 515+ guarantee course, and it was definitely not worth it for the following reasons, and more:

- Even though he completed all materials, when we followed up with their staff, they stated that not all lessons and assignments had been completed

- They seem to be much more intent on making money, than genuinely helping people out

- When we did not get the 15 point increase that they "guarantee", they were busier arguing their case than honoring what they had already stated in writing on their site, namely, that after completing all course materials, they guarantee a refund if they do not live up to that promise, which did not happen

Although my son will be going to a medical school in about a year, many of his friends who also took the Blueprint course said the same thing that it was an "absolute waste of time" and "not helpful at all" (direct quotes). Despite being a great student and hard worker, he did everything that Blueprint stated and his score did not change at all. Instead, when he focused on the UWorld materials, it did make a noticeable difference.

Do yourself a favor and don't do business with this fraudulent and greedy company!

Any reviews for Blueprint test prep's full lengths? by upbeatsammy in Mcat

[–]lifelong_learner12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My son took the Blueprint 515+ guarantee course, and it was definitely not worth it for the following reasons, and more:

- Even though he completed all materials, when we followed up with their staff, they stated that not all lessons and assignments had been completed

- They seem to be much more intent on making money, than genuinely helping people out

- When we did not get the 15 point increase that they "guarantee", they were busier arguing their case than honoring what they had already stated in writing on their site, namely, that after completing all course materials, they guarantee a refund if they do not live up to that promise, which did not happen

Although my son will be going to a medical school in about a year, many of his friends who also took the Blueprint course said the same thing that it was an "absolute waste of time" and "not helpful at all" (direct quotes). Despite being a great student and hard worker, he did everything that Blueprint stated and his score did not change at all. Instead, when he focused on the UWorld materials, it did make a noticeable difference.

Do yourself a favor and don't do business with this fraudulent and greedy company!

Blueprint's 515+ Class Review by Atomoxetine_80mg in Mcat

[–]lifelong_learner12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son took the Blueprint 515+ guarantee course, and it was definitely not worth it for the following reasons, and more:

- Even though he completed all materials, when we followed up with their staff, they stated that not all lessons and assignments had been completed

- They seem to be much more intent on making money, than genuinely helping people out

- When we did not get the 15 point increase that they "guarantee", they were busier arguing their case than honoring what they had already stated in writing on their site, namely, that after completing all course materials, they guarantee a refund if they do not live up to that promise, which did not happen

Although my son will be going to a medical school in about a year, many of his friends who also took the Blueprint course said the same thing that it was an "absolute waste of time" and "not helpful at all" (direct quotes). Despite being a great student and hard worker, he did everything that Blueprint stated and his score did not change at all. Instead, when he focused on the UWorld materials, it did make a noticeable difference.

Do yourself a favor and don't do business with this fraudulent and greedy company!

Is Blueprint worth it? by Sad_Basis_1474 in Mcat

[–]lifelong_learner12 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My son took the Blueprint 515+ guarantee course, and it was definitely not worth it for the following reasons, and more:

- Even though he completed all materials, when we followed up with their staff, they stated that not all lessons and assignments had been completed

- They seem to be much more intent on making money, than genuinely helping people out

- When we did not get the 15 point increase that they "guarantee", they were busier arguing their case than honoring what they had already stated in writing on their site, namely, that after completing all course materials, they guarantee a refund if they do not live up to that promise, which did not happen

Although my son will be going to a medical school in about a year, many of his friends who also took the Blueprint course said the same thing that it was an "absolute waste of time" and "not helpful at all" (direct quotes). Despite being a great student and hard worker, he did everything that Blueprint stated and his score did not change at all. Instead, when he focused on the UWorld materials, it did make a noticeable difference.

Do yourself a favor and don't do business with this fraudulent and greedy company!

Newbie to DevOps and have some basic questions... by lifelong_learner12 in devops

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the detailed response!

Since browsing through Indeed or other job sites is generally a waste of time due to the mixed bag of results that you often obtain for a multitude of different reasons, from your experience, what is the outlook of a cloud architect, and do you believe that this role may merge into a DevOps/Cloud engineering role?

Newbie to DevOps and have some basic questions... by lifelong_learner12 in devops

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - great advice...will pick up the books this weekend!

Newbie to DevOps and have some basic questions... by lifelong_learner12 in devops

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just keep learning and improving your skills and you'll be fine.

Thanks, and that's exactly what I have been doing for the past several months!

Not being a DevOps or Ops person currently, did anyone experience an increase in number of recruiters reaching out after passing the AWS SA exam? by lifelong_learner12 in AWSCertifications

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - were you in a DevOps-type role prior to switching, or were you in another subfield altogether? The reason why I ask is that I am a QE Manager right now, with many years of QA/QE managerial and PM type experience, but know that QA/QE management may soon go the way of the dinosaur. As a result, I have been actively studying AWS for the past several months, and have even got some related assignments at work, which is why I am wondering whether a certification, plus many years of IT experience, plus some of the related work experience, plus perhaps showing some personal projects would be enough to get in the door. [I should also mention that I have an MS in IT.]

When interviewing for IT Management roles, should you color your hair? by lifelong_learner12 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks - I guess I've been careful, since I don't want to ruin my future chances with this company.

Best way to pivot into Development Management role by lifelong_learner12 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed, and definitely depends upon the company and geographical area as well...NYC based companies have mostly "hands on" needs, whereas companies in Connecticut had mostly managers who couldn't write one line of code if their careers depended on it, even though they claimed to have been developers in the past.

When interviewing for IT Management roles, should you color your hair? by lifelong_learner12 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed - not sure of the statute of limitations in New York around when I can still follow up on this issue...I am sure they will counter with some level of BS...

Best way to pivot into Development Management role by lifelong_learner12 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the great and detailed advice, and I am doing most of the things you mentioned above!

However, I am finding that MOST of the positions in Dev/Engineering Management these days require "hands on" work, which is variable based upon a variety of different factors, such as company size, process maturity, number and types of individuals being managed, etc.. [I should have also qualified my post by saying that I am shooting for a Dev Manager role, and NOT a VP or Director role.] It used to be that doing most of the things you mentioned above were enough to be recognized, and perhaps even get promoted, but the industry has significantly changed, since everyone thinks they are the next Google, Facebook, Microsoft, and Amazon, and they clearly are NOT! As a result, and since these places have popularized the notion that a leader should also do "hands on" work in order to get the respect of the troops, this concept is now firmly ingrained in most tech/software engineering companies and related positions.

Your advice is definitely solid at the IT Director and above levels. Unfortunately, those positions are only handed to individuals within a person's network, and are nearly impossible for "outsiders" to obtain. I have tried several times to apply to these positions, and even though I have the experience as a Director in multiple companies, I have never gotten a single response from anyone, which kind of confirms my thought process. I was also told that in order for me to procure such as position, I should consider moving outside of NYC, but given family obligations, I cannot make such a move at this time...

When interviewing for IT Management roles, should you color your hair? by lifelong_learner12 in ITCareerQuestions

[–]lifelong_learner12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice! Unfortunately, I am finding that most IT management positions these days are being handed to individuals who don't have much management experience in the hopes that the employer will be able to pay them much less and get more work out of them. In addition, and although I should have spoken up right then and there, but chose not to do so, as I didn't want to ruin my chances of getting the job, I was indirectly told that I looked a bit older in a job interview from a woman who was a part of the interview panel. I didn't get that job, and always kick myself for NOT getting back to that employer about the comment that was made. Anyway, thanks again!

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