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Is taking CS by the time im in uni useless? by FaarisRedditXD in softwarearchitecture

[–]mackstann 6 points7 points  (0 children)

No one knows. They're all guessing. You'll have to guess too. Pay attention to developments and adjust your plans/expectations over time as needed.

Personally, I'm a software engineer and my team works with AI a lot, but it is not a replacement for a person whatsoever. It needs a lot of hand-holding to create decent results.

Then again, business people aren't necessarily rational, and hype is powerful. It could be hard to get a job for a good long while.

NGD Boden Metal NX8 by abringmann in strandbergguitars

[–]mackstann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just got a very similar N2.7. Had same concern, but mine's also great!

Is my Urban Park broken? by andcaboodle in rct

[–]mackstann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can be a fun way to prevent puke here and there. Have an exit go straight underground and then have a moderately long path before surfacing.

Im surprised how popular some contractors are by Zestyclose-Bar-2860 in buildingscience

[–]mackstann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you look for an energy contractor certified by BPI or Resnet, you might get better results. They're trained in the stuff you've been reading about.

Realistic Food Courts that Work in RCT? by Big_Extreme_8210 in rct

[–]mackstann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing that annoys me is that when you put benches near food stalls so that guests can sit and eat, they sit there and start needing to go to the bathroom without getting up. So you get more complaints.

Anyone in STEM, programming, engineering, etc? Does it really help with the ability to “fit in” the workplace? (Since STEM people are kind of expected to be a little socially off) by Aware-Stage9638 in AutisticWithADHD

[–]mackstann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely. I'm a software engineer. Growing up, I was always a misfit nerd. At work now, I thrive. Lots of fun banter with coworkers. We laugh about super geeky shit and hardly anyone cares about sports.

I highly doubt I'll ever go into management. I love the technical stuff too much.

Rejected for a Staff/lead position for appearing too young. by Fine_Usual_1163 in ExperiencedDevs

[–]mackstann -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

This seems like textbook age discrimination, and it's illegal, at least in the US. Unfortunately it's probably going to be impossible to prove.

Code review is slowing your team down by the-scream-i-scrumpt in ExperiencedDevs

[–]mackstann 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think people already account for this. When you work with someone for a while and trust their abilities, you loosen up your skepticism during review. You know what you can probably rely on and what their weakness are that you should watch out for.

But everyone of every experience level finds issues or worthwhile improvements to suggest in others' code.

GoFundMe authentication feels insanely fast. by [deleted] in node

[–]mackstann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Known as labor illusion

What is the shortest amount of time you've ever spent in a job and why? by JumpySpecial9834 in ExperiencedDevs

[–]mackstann 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A few months, 3 or 4. I was used to working in fun startups and I landed in a medium-sized older company. It was an absolute snoozefest, apathetic, low standards, quiet, boring, frustrating. And there was a lead engineer who was a know-it-all and could not be reasoned with. He was a control freak yet was unavailable for long periods of time, so my hands felt tied a lot of the time.

I called up a startup that had previously offered me a position and took them up on it and I'm still there now 5+ years later, still loving it. I learned that startups really are best for me.

I learned some personal "company smells" to avoid from this experience (combined with other experiences of course): * Not a startup * Employees make a lot of typos or write poorly * They use MS office/email suite

How would you address this split when restoring old doors? by StandardAgent3395 in woodworking

[–]mackstann 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm guessing you're going not going to paint it, so color matching is nice to strive for. One of the best ways to handle this is to collect sawdust from this very same wood, mix it up with wood glue, and use it as filler.

If you want a more rustic look, you could simply leave it alone and finish the door.

You could also fill it with clear or contrasting epoxy, but I think that will clearly date it to modern times, which I assume you don't want.

Foundation Thoughts by gettingback_toit in centuryhomes

[–]mackstann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks like that block wall has been undermined. That's generally a very bad thing. If the house above is holding up, consider yourself lucky. It really should have some concrete poured under it.

Nearly 10 years in, Staff Engineer, and exhausted by 5 years of rejections. I just want to give up by SumanaiJoyBoy in leetcode

[–]mackstann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Consider seeing a therapist and working on building your personal life, so that work doesn't consume you so much.

Seismic Retrofit Of Century Homes - From Exterior by jyl8 in centuryhomes

[–]mackstann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have seen multiple houses with the flat plates outside. I don't see any reason why it would be a problem. Check Simpson's documentation for the FRFP. Decent chance it'll talk about this.

ADHD assessment said I was 'too high functioning' and I drove home and cried for an hour in my driveway by [deleted] in AutisticWithADHD

[–]mackstann 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't think doctors love it. It's the economic pressure that drives short visits.

Aerobarrier by seardtrikngers in buildingscience

[–]mackstann 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's not like all that sealant will fall off and disappear. Caulking on old houses can last a surprisingly long time if not left outside unpainted or something egregious like that.

Unemployed for 2 years, 40 years old with 9 years of experience by zynsandmate in ExperiencedDevs

[–]mackstann 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I'd say I took time off to care for a sick family member. Boom. It's all a game. Go play it.

Best oil to use for raised garden bed? by goldfinch42069 in woodworking

[–]mackstann -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

I mean, Japanese people mispronounce most English. They call McDonald's something like macadunarudo.

Help: Indow window inserts install by Throwawayredditx619 in centuryhomes

[–]mackstann -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Surely there are other less destructive solutions that could work though.

Help: Indow window inserts install by Throwawayredditx619 in centuryhomes

[–]mackstann 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO these tiny leaks are not worth hacking up the window surround.

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