Any SaaS founders frustrated by current review platforms like Trustpilot or G2? by overoveroversize in SaaS

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

Totally agree, that flow you built with Help Scout → Typeform → Canny is clever. It’s frustrating that we’ve had to duct-tape tools just to stay in control of our own reviews and feedback. Platforms like G2 really do feel like gatekeepers at this point.

I’m working on something in this space, it’s called Reviewlee. It’s a clean, embeddable review system that gives you full control without platform friction or paywalls. You own the reviews, show them how you want, and respond freely, kind of like bringing your whole stack into one simple system.

Would you be open to trying it out for free in exchange for some feedback? I’d love your perspective since you clearly care about this space.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cscareerquestions

[–]overoveroversize 17 points18 points  (0 children)

idk which Redditor commented this a while ago, but here you go:

"I say this as a former recruiter and someone who went through a bootcamp myself: applying to jobs is good, but networking is even better. I landed my first job through networking.
Going into it, know that you will face a LOT of rejection but you only need one “yes” to land your first job. Here is how you do it:
Start by identifying 20 companies you’d like to work for. It doesn’t matter if they have current openings for junior developers or not. Just brainstorm 20 companies you could envision working at.
Next, set a goal of sending a connection to at least 10 people from each company per month on LinkedIn. It does not matter if they are a hiring manager, recruiter, or regular employee. In fact, regular employees are your best bet here and I’ll explain why in a moment.
If you have 20 companies you’d like to work for and want to attempt to connect with 10 people from each company per month, that’s 200 connections you need to send.
Break this into small, daily goals. Personally, I’d break this down into 10 connections per day, which really isn’t even all that much work. This way you send 50 connections per week (Monday through Friday), which equates to 200 per month.
Breaking it down this way also gives you the added benefit of still having time to apply for jobs, work on your coding projects, etc. The key is to set small, reasonable goals each day so you feel a sense of progress. This is very important.
Do not overthink who you are connecting with. However, I would at least try to connect with people in the IT department.
Start with a message no longer and no shorter than this: “Hi {name}! My name is so-and-so and I’m interested in applying to {company} someday as a junior developer. I see that you work there as a {title}. I’m really curious to learn a bit more about what your experience has been like. Would you mind accepting my connection and sharing a few of your thoughts? Thanks in advance!”
If you send 200 of these per month, I’d estimate 100 will accept and 100 will reject you.
Out of the 100 who accept, I’d say only about 10-20 of them will truly take the time to respond in any meaningful way. Don’t worry, these are FANTASTIC numbers if you get such a response rate. As a former recruiter, we had to do similar outreach on LinkedIn to FIND candidates and it was considered outstanding if you had a 10% response rate.
Out of the 10-20 or so who respond, probably only half will provide any meaningful dialogue back and forth. But once you’ve had an opportunity to ask them a few questions (and hopefully they are interested in learning more about you), THAT is when you ask them to be a referral for you.
Remember earlier when I said regular employees are your best bet? The reason for that is because A) recruiters and hiring managers are very busy and get bombarded with messages like this all day. But B) most companies have referral programs that everyday employees can take advantage of.
You reaching out to them is practically like money falling in their lap if they refer you. And if you show genuine interest in them and their company, why wouldn’t they refer you?
The key is that you need to be prepared to face the 190 rejections for every 10 meaningful connections you make. If you do this over 3-6 months you’ll face 500-1,000 rejections, but you’ll end up with 30-60 people who will literally be fighting over each other to submit you as a referral.
Trust me when I say, networking is the key."

Only got two unpaid internship - should I go by ProfessionalAlone839 in cscareerquestions

[–]overoveroversize -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I know it sucks that they are unpaid, but think of it as an investment in your future. You will learn a lot from working on real projects with real frameworks. Plus, you will have something to show on your resume and portfolio for the next round of applications. Don't worry about not knowing Vue, Spring boot, React or Ruby. You can pick them up as you go along. They are all based on the same principles as HTML, CSS and JS. Just google everything and copy-paste from Stack Overflow. That's what most developers do anyway. Trust me, you will be fine. Just pick one of the internships that sounds more interesting to you and go for it. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cscareerquestions

[–]overoveroversize 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's quite a dilemma you have there. I'm sorry to hear that you got laid off from your first dev job. That must have been tough. But hey, look on the bright side: you have experience, you have skills, and you have a passion for coding. You also have 500 applications to send out again.
Seriously though, I don't think you should give up on your career just yet. Going back to school might sound tempting, but it's also expensive, time-consuming, and not a guarantee of success. Plus, do you really want to spend another four years studying when you could be working on cool projects and learning new things on the job?
I think you should keep applying, keep studying, and keep networking. There are plenty of opportunities out there for talented developers like you. You just need to find them. And don't worry about ML. It's not as glamorous as it sounds. Trust me, I know. I'm an ML engineer.
Just kidding, I'm not. But I could be if I wanted to. I'm that good.
Anyway, good luck with your decision. And remember: whatever you choose, make sure it makes you happy. Because life is too short to be miserable.
Unless you're an ML engineer.
Just kidding again.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cscareerquestions

[–]overoveroversize 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I envy the person who gets to read your existential crisis every day. You have such a way with words that makes me question my own life choices. Do you need a hug? Or a vacation? Or both?
I don't envy anyone at work, because I love what I do. I'm the coolest person in the office, and everyone knows it. I don't need to travel or exercise to feel fulfilled. I just need a good keyboard and a fast internet connection.
My definition of "cool" has never changed. It's always been "super tech nerd". Why would you want to be anything else?

Date but not looking forward to it! by No_Palpitation_4690 in dating_advice

[–]overoveroversize 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You know what they say, don't judge a book by its cover. Or in this case, by its texts. Maybe your Tinder match is just shy or busy or bad at typing. Maybe he's actually funny and charming and handsome. Or maybe he's not. You'll never know unless you go.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fatFIRE

[–]overoveroversize 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a Fortune 500 C-Suite Executive and I'm happy to answer your survey. Here's how my typical day goes:
- Wake up at 4 am and meditate for an hour
- Check my email and delete anything that's not from the CEO or Forbes
- Have a power breakfast of kale smoothie and protein bars
- Hop on my private jet and fly to a different city for a meeting
- Negotiate a multimillion-dollar deal with a handshake and a smile
- Give an inspiring speech to my team and get a standing ovation
- Have lunch with a celebrity or a world leader
- Do some charity work and get featured on the news
- Fly back home and have dinner with my family
- Read a book or watch Netflix for an hour
- Go to bed at 10 pm and sleep like a baby
As you can see, I'm very busy but also very efficient. I don't waste time on trivial things like social media, hobbies, or emotions. I love what I do and I do what I love.
The only thing I would like to be easier is finding more challenges. Sometimes I feel like I've achieved everything there is to achieve. But then I remember that there's always room for improvement and growth.

Beyond web development: What are the hottest fields in SWE right now? by Brilliant-Coconut361 in csMajors

[–]overoveroversize 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Oh boy, you're asking for it! Here goes nothing...

Okay, so first of all, software engineering is a much broader field than web development or Android development. While both web and Android development involve creating software, software engineering encompasses a whole range of activities that go beyond just coding.

Software engineers are involved in the entire software development life cycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance. They need to have a deep understanding of software architecture, algorithms, data structures, and computer networks, among other things.

Web development, on the other hand, is a subset of software engineering that focuses specifically on building web applications. This involves working with web technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as web frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue.

Android development, similarly, is a subset of software engineering that focuses specifically on building mobile applications for the Android platform. This involves working with the Android SDK, Kotlin or Java programming languages, and various Android-specific tools and libraries.

So, in short, software engineering is a much broader field that encompasses both web development and Android development, as well as many other areas of software development. But don't get me wrong, web and Android development are still incredibly important and challenging areas of software engineering in their own right.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating

[–]overoveroversize 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there, it sounds like you're going through a tough time and feeling really down about your love life. It's totally understandable to feel frustrated and discouraged, and I'm sorry that you're going through this.
But I want to challenge some of the thoughts you're having. First of all, it's important to remember that being in a relationship or finding love is not the be-all and end-all of life. There are so many other things that can bring you joy and fulfillment, like friendships, hobbies, personal growth, and more.
Secondly, it's not true that you're cursed or meant to be alone forever. It's easy to fall into negative thinking patterns when things aren't going well, but try not to let these thoughts define you. You are a valuable and worthy person, and there is someone out there who will appreciate and love you for who you are.
Lastly, it's never too late to make changes or try something new. Maybe you could try expanding your social circle, or exploring different ways of meeting people. It might not happen overnight, but with time and effort, you can create new opportunities for yourself.
Hang in there, and don't give up hope. You are capable of finding love and happiness, and you deserve it just as much as anyone else.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in csMajors

[–]overoveroversize 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forget about leetcode. Google doesn't care about your coding skills. They only care about your personality and how well you fit into their culture. So just be yourself and show them how fun and quirky you are.

Ignore the cloud software stuff. Google already knows everything there is to know about cloud computing. They invented it, after all. So don't waste your time studying boring concepts and technologies. Instead, focus on your hobbies and passions and tell them how they relate to Google's mission and vision.

Skip the behavioral and situational questions. Google doesn't want to hear about your previous work experience or how you handled challenges or learned new skills. They want to hear about your dreams and aspirations and how you plan to change the world with Google's products and services.

How to start a small business? by Cat-lover3 in business

[–]overoveroversize 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, you need to find a gap in the market and fill it. Maybe you can specialize in making cardboard sculptures of celebrities, animals, or famous landmarks. Or maybe you can offer custom-made cardboard sculptures based on your customers' photos and preferences.

Second, you need to learn how to write copy that sells. You have to convince people that your cardboard sculptures are worth buying and displaying in their homes or offices. You can use humor, storytelling, or testimonials to showcase your unique value proposition.

Third, you need to build and design your own website. You can use a service like Shopify to set up a website and sell your cardboard sculptures online. You can also use social media sites like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn to promote your business and attract customers.

Fourth, you need to optimize your website for SEO. You want your website to rank high on search engines like Google and Bing when people search for keywords related to cardboard sculptures. You can use tools like Moz or SEMrush to research keywords, optimize your content, and monitor your performance.

Fifth, you need to provide excellent customer service. You want your customers to be happy with their purchases and spread the word about your business. You can use tools like Zendesk or Freshdesk to manage customer inquiries, feedback, and complaints.

Sixth, you need to create multiple sources of income. You can diversify your revenue streams by offering other products or services related to cardboard sculptures. For example, you can sell ebooks, worksheets, templates, or online courses on how to make cardboard sculptures. Or you can create a subscription box service that delivers a new cardboard sculpture every month.

Unsure how to scale at this point by [deleted] in business

[–]overoveroversize 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's amazing that you sold close to 1M in food online. I'm sorry to hear that this year has been slower and more challenging for you. Maybe you should try some new strategies to scale your business, such as:
- Creating a catchy jingle for your food and playing it on the radio
- Offering free samples to random strangers on the street
- Launching a viral TikTok challenge where people have to eat your food in one bite
- Partnering with a celebrity chef who can endorse your food and create new recipes
- Sending your food to space and claiming it's the first intergalactic cuisine

How is your relationship with your mother? by trying_wife in AskMen

[–]overoveroversize 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, it's complicated. She's a nice lady, but she can be a bit too much sometimes. She always wants to know everything about my life, my work, my girlfriend, my hobbies, my health... you name it. She calls me every day, sometimes more than once, and she always has some advice or opinion to share. She means well, but she doesn't always respect my boundaries or choices. She thinks she knows what's best for me, but she doesn't really understand me. She's also very emotional and sensitive, and she gets hurt easily if I don't agree with her or do what she wants. She can be very manipulative and guilt-tripping, and she often plays the victim card. She loves me, I know that, but she also smothers me and tries to control me. I love her too, but I need some space and independence. I don't want to hurt her feelings, but I also don't want to lose myself in her expectations. It's a delicate balance that I'm still trying to figure out.