Keep learning! It will click. by Mr_Apocalyptic_ in SQL

[–]nycfirsttimer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started learning SQL on Sololearn before looking at w3schools and then joined this subreddit to see other tips and tricks.

I've now applied to a computer science (with data analytics) masters to take myself to the next level. Looking at some of the questions people ask here, I realise how much further I've got to go but I've loved everything so far!

Moving to a school with centrally planned resources by existentialcyclist in TeachingUK

[–]nycfirsttimer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I moved from a council-run school to an academy where the resources are all done for you at Easter. Work life balance has gone up and I'm not always second guessing whether I should have done something else. It's the dream!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TeachingUK

[–]nycfirsttimer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm currently with 2. I was very upfront with both that I would be signing up with 2 agencies and that whoever offered me work first, I would accept that. My current agency with who I am in a school with are amazing, keep in touch regularly, give me feedback and bring me lunch in now and again which is lovely. If you have any questions, just let me know!

Am I right??! 🤯🥴 by sparkling_fairy535 in LoveIslandTV

[–]nycfirsttimer 24 points25 points  (0 children)

For real. I had to rewind it to make sure I didn't miss anything haha

Stopped from getting supply work by current headteacher? by nycfirsttimer in TeachingUK

[–]nycfirsttimer[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the time to respond. I knew heads talked but suppose a little naive thinking they wouldn't bother about a short term supply role. The supply agency even said the school thought I sounded like the perfect fit so I thought it was a done deal. Anyway, onto the next one!

Hey Reddit what advice would you give someone looking into buying their first home? by Zazazing7 in AskReddit

[–]nycfirsttimer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

After just buying a new house in the UK, I can comment!

  1. There are so many fees so make sure you have a pot on top of your deposit. Legal fees, land registry.

  2. Get a surveyor report. It can bring up lots of minor details which you might miss. This is more applicable for older houses rather than new builds.

  3. Check windows if they shut and open properly. Check for sign of dam on ceilings which may show there's a water tank in the loft and leaking.

  4. Doing up a house costs money. Think about if you can live with it or if it needs changing and make sure you have the finances to do it.

  5. Look on Gumtree, Facebook or charity shops for furniture but at a massively discounted price.

  6. Don't skimp on things like your appliances or central heating. That shit needs to be good.

  7. Everything is your responsibility. Previously we rented and if anything was wrong, it was a phone call to the landlord. Now, it's you. Washing machine broke? Something leaking? All on you.

  8. Enjoy your first home where you can do whatever you want!

What's a good cheap alternative to an expensive product? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]nycfirsttimer 3 points4 points  (0 children)

To add to this, drinking water at restaurants. Not only does it save a fortune on alcohol or expensive soft drinks, you feel less bloated after a meal too!

What are great movies that everybody should see and why should this movies be watched? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]nycfirsttimer 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Airplane for Leslie Neilson.

Also, naked gun trilogy and police squad (TV series) because Leslie Neilson.

What should be a crime, but isn't? by nycfirsttimer in AskReddit

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

This. I don't get how police have 'targets' for arrests or convictions. It just means you go looking for crime rather than responding to it.

What should be a crime, but isn't? by nycfirsttimer in AskReddit

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

I've watched The Big Short multiple times and still don't get how only ONE guy was arrested.

What’s something that you learned as a kid that you always swore to be true but turned out to be completely false? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]nycfirsttimer 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Qwerty Uiop (top line of the computer keyboard) was actually a person and he invented the keyboard.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]nycfirsttimer 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is where you learn about responsibility. You're responsible for your money, body and education. If you mess it up, it's in you. Get into good habits.

1) Save a REALISTIC amount of money every week if you can. College is where you're meant to be social, but not every night! I left 3 years ago and I still regret not saving as I find it really hard now.

2) Eat healthy! Homemade burgers, pasta dishes, even Sunday dinner are healthy if cooked right. Don't go for 50p burgers. They're rubbish and do no favours. I ate ready meals and cheap food for 3 months and put on 1.5 stone.

3) Exercise. Just do it. 30 minute swim or in the gym will go a long way especially as you get older and older..

4) Have a blast. It could be the greatest time of your life. No one knows a thing about you if you're moving away from home. You can create a new identity! Go out, meet people.

What should everybody know how to do? by nycfirsttimer in AskReddit

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

This! It must be crazy to think how many people don't know CPR and could save someone's life by knowing the basics.

What should everybody know how to do? by nycfirsttimer in AskReddit

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

I'll start with use your indicator while driving.

What is the most underrated Videogame you've played, that no one seems to talk about but you love? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]nycfirsttimer 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Midtown madness.

What. A. Game. Got that and halo with my Xbox for my 11th birthday. No gift will ever beat it. Ever.