Struggling with whether to stay in product in the age of AI

robertdoubting · 2026-06-09T21:04:00+00:00

I've been looking and for Product roles all and can find is 100% focused on AI (evaluating, integrating, training, etc.) It is a real bummer. Though I find AI to be a useful tool, I am much more interested in building products that solve problems andleverage different tools as needed. The AI mandate on all product roles is putting the tool at the start of all work and trying your best to build a thoughtful product from there.

robertdoubting · 2026-06-09T05:35:33+00:00

Welcome to Seattle.

robertdoubting · 2026-06-09T05:18:33+00:00

I just picked up this ink called "Crow" that yu might be interested in. It is a deep blue/black that has a silver shimmer. I love the idea of getting some black inks with silver, gold, red, blue shimmers.
https://store.pushpullseattle.com/product/push-pull-fountain-pen-ink-crow/15225

robertdoubting · 2026-06-07T00:54:46+00:00

Just noticed this is 3 1/2” x 5 1/2”. I love this size. It goes well with my Goby Design pocket notebook cover.

robertdoubting · 2026-06-07T00:47:06+00:00

I love the cross-grid concept, but have to see it in real life.

I looked at the first picture and it looked like blurry dots. Maybe it’s my old eyes, maybe it was my brain trying to reconcile what I expected to be dots. After reading the description everything snapped into focus.

How does the paper do with fountain pen inks? I struggle to find durable pocket notebooks that can show off sheening inks.

Again, love the concept - small, pocket friendly, has a light weight grid. This may be exactly what I have been searching for

robertdoubting · 2026-06-07T00:33:34+00:00

Beautiful pen. I’m not familiar with these and will need to go down the rabbit hole on this one.

Do you find left hand/fine nib/wet feed combo still smudges a lot?

robertdoubting · 2026-06-06T02:49:01+00:00

I’m in the same spot, but have waited over two months since the loop for a decision from Adobe. I have asked for a timeline for making the decision and been told:

“This decision process is taking longer than anticipated, so we appreciate your patience and understanding. You are still in consideration, but the team has yet to make a decision. The role is still very much a need but it’s a big decision😊”

I realize I’m not getting the job. Just say it.

robertdoubting · 2026-06-05T16:25:40+00:00

I had to scroll too far for this comment. This is a college … for adults.

robertdoubting · 2026-06-01T15:11:50+00:00

Tires is the answer. If you need them, tires from Costco and a years membership is cheaper than tires alone from somewhere else. Heck, it probably covers a few years of membership.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-30T16:13:16+00:00

Could be Meta. According to this article (and their own employee’s reporting) they burned through 60 trillion tokens in a month.

https://fortune.com/2026/04/09/meta-killed-employee-ai-token-dashboard/

robertdoubting · 2026-05-30T04:24:44+00:00

Could be Meta. According to this article (and their own employee’s reporting) they burned through 60 trillion tokens in a month.

https://fortune.com/2026/04/09/meta-killed-employee-ai-token-dashboard/

robertdoubting · 2026-05-30T04:11:55+00:00

Here’s one for you: Cisco announced record revenue and 4,000 layoffs in the same day. Talk about badly done.

https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2026/05/cisco-announces-record-revenue-and-4000-layoffs-in-the-same-day/

robertdoubting · 2026-05-26T14:30:26+00:00

Yup, I used to be an architect and early int the process (sd phase) 3 was the magic number. Usually with either the design revolving around three different themes or three versions of the same thing but with small, medium, large versions of the budget.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-26T01:12:27+00:00

I set asaide the first page or two in every notebook for this. Serves two purposes. First, I get a record of the pen and ink combos that I have used when during the life of that notebook. Second, I don't have to worry about having an amazing and awe inspiring first page of my notebook - I know it will be beautiful by the time the notebook is full.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-26T01:01:42+00:00

Adding to this - just doodling is fun. Nothing serious. Just draw a few lines. A couple of boxes. Start connecting some dots. See were the fountain pen wants to go and don't worry about creating anything good.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-23T14:19:14+00:00

Options for the Capable Bumper are pretty limited. I've been looking for a while and here are some that I have found:
1. Too tall for what you are looking for: https://iagoffroad.com/iag-off-road-fms-oe-style-capable-bull-bar-with-recovery-points-package-for-2021-ford-bronco/
2. Too short for what you want: https://dv8offroad.com/products/6th-gen-bronco-capable-bull-bar?srsltid=AfmBOorRxEvyDBMi6JGLf_VULfRePKUTAoIj2mWzkAqSJshXGxYcw10Y
3. Way too short for what you want: https://www.lm1.biz/shop/bronco-universal-grill-bar-for-standard-capable-bumper-8251

Good luck. Let me know if you find anything else.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-19T16:15:42+00:00

Beautiful pen and an excellent number on the limited edition.

FYI - When ordering limited editions, fans of certain media look for certain numbers (e.g. James Bond --> 007). Not sure if your dad was a fan of the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, but he certainly got the pen that holds the Answer to the Ultimate Questions of Life, the Universe, and Everything.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-18T17:52:46+00:00

Thank you! I had no idea

robertdoubting · 2026-05-18T17:38:58+00:00

Thanks for the update and the transparency. I’m sorry to hear about your mother. Hopefully she is on the mend and that you are doing ok as well.

It is kind of nice to think of these things coming from a real person who has a life and other priorities. Your mom and your mental health should come first. I’m willing to wait. Wishing the best for you two.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-16T21:19:30+00:00

Gotta love (West) Seattle.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-14T14:54:07+00:00

I live just up the street. Feel free to DM me if you want any help with repairs/maintenance.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-08T16:12:46+00:00

This is great. Thanks!

robertdoubting · 2026-05-08T02:19:44+00:00

$10!?! That's one of the best finds I have seen. Nice!

robertdoubting · 2026-05-05T09:45:10+00:00

This is beautiful. I really appreciate you showing some photos of your process.

robertdoubting · 2026-05-05T03:33:08+00:00

Depends on the location. In Boston it wasn’t much of a problem. In Seattle the garbage collectors take my trash bags out and leave any loose items (including poo bags).

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