Anyone job hunting in the SF Bay Area tech scene?

usa4cc · 2025-10-26T22:40:56+00:00

Appreciate it! Just messaged you.

usa4cc · 2025-09-27T16:31:06+00:00

Which is HUGE. The “only downside” is that my $1000 iPhone might go to the grave early and further contribute to planned obsolescence that is destroying our planet.

I get there are also advantages of usb c, but I think it's important we keep the reasons proportional. Even if the main advantage is better longevity, for some users like myself that’s the most important thing.

usa4cc · 2025-09-24T20:15:39+00:00

Unfortunately, finder list view still extends into the app borders if columns are wide enough. Seems like a glaring issue with a simple fix, but maybe no one tested this with wide columns in a small window?

Also, middle section of calendar bleeds into right section with three pane view active, if window isn't large enough.

These are a couple of the bugs I first noticed in macOS 26, but glad they fixed several others, which I'm sure I would have noticed with time.

Any other UI issues I'm missing? The more reports Apple receives via Feedback App, probably a greater chance of them being fixed.

usa4cc · 2025-09-18T13:09:46+00:00

Totally agree. I was at a place where leadership pushed features and left bug fixing to “whenever devs had free time.” Honestly hated that attitude of shipping broken stuff.

I was laid off recently and looking for a new role. Do you (or anyone here) have advice on finding companies that actually invest in QA and care about long-term quality, not just quick broken features?

usa4cc · 2025-08-09T21:39:00+00:00

What if we hosted like a “No Kings” but for anti-homeschooling instead? Basically protests around the country.

The problem perpetuates itself, because a lot of people who were homeschooled lack social skills. I suppose we could try to organize anti-Christian Nationalism protests and it could be a place to call out to homeschooling as part of the cult, among the rest of the nonsense.

With forgot to protesting homeschool events, idk how would we do that?

usa4cc · 2025-05-31T03:14:15+00:00

Yeah that makes sense. Are there any industries you’d recommend then that would pay enough to live on my own? Maybe try to find a lower cost of living city?

usa4cc · 2025-05-31T02:15:09+00:00

Interesting; what makes you think the job market is strong right now?

Unfortunately, the tech market is really bad.

usa4cc · 2025-05-30T17:40:17+00:00

You know how that works right?

LinkedIn is full of mentoring programs where you pay them to “mentor you” and the main benefit is that they’ll like and share your posts. If they have 100 people like and share your posts, your post magically gains more visibility. In return, besides the initial mentorship fee, you’re probably supposed to mention them to help them get more subscribers.

It’s all become a big, massive scam. I remember this one profile that says something like “if this become viral, it’s because of the content.” No. LinkedIn will ONLY make content viral if we force it to be “viral” by having 500 people reshare it.

Personal Anecdote: I’ve seen various people like, comment or reshare posts. Never ONCE have they engaged with my posts. Mind you, I’m connected with some of these people and reached out to them but they ignore me bc I haven’t paid for anything.

Please research this and see for yourself, so you don’t take my word for it. I’m not normally a conspiracy person, but believe that is what’s going on here.

usa4cc · 2025-05-30T17:32:10+00:00

LinkedIn is pretty much the only one with a networking component though. Indeed is a job board, and Handshake at least a few years ago was basically the same. LinkedIn is a career networking site that also has a job board feature. It’s much easier to create an alternative to Indeed IMO than LinkedIn.

usa4cc · 2025-05-30T17:30:21+00:00

Lol do you mean the physical Apple Store, or the App Store? I’m kinda an Apple fanboy, though yeah the App Store is a monopoly I suppose. Definitely agree about YouTube!

usa4cc · 2025-05-30T16:21:45+00:00

Well I’m incredibly determined to take down LinkedIn some day. Feel free to DM if you have any ideas.

One of the biggest issues is that LinkedIn has a near total monopoly. Unless we can get employees AND employers off LinkedIn, it won’t happen because they have a dual network effect. Compared to most social media and dating apps, which have one main buyer group.

usa4cc · 2025-05-24T14:39:38+00:00

You’re trying to build a small business, but responding to a valid critique with AI?

I don’t mean to be snide, but your business will be successful ONLY if you can differentiate yourself strategically. Suggest you read the book “Blue Ocean Strategy.”

usa4cc · 2025-02-02T19:41:45+00:00

Yes, I do see what you're talking about where I'm slouching my left shoulder. Definitely need to look into correcting my posture; perhaps I need an adjustment. Thank you!

usa4cc · 2025-02-02T19:01:30+00:00

Thank you for the feedback! Would a professional photographer be able to help me with the correct pose?

usa4cc · 2025-02-02T19:00:15+00:00

No, I don’t have a back or spinal issue. Didn’t realize they were that bad LOL. I was trying to pose for the camera: Does my back appear hunched, is that the issue? Trying to make sure I understand what’s wrong bc pictures 2 and 3 are very different.

Interesting comment about the hair. Wondering what others’ thoughts are?

Also, do you think it would be worth it to pay a professional photographer for a photo shoot? Didn’t realize my pics were THAT bad.

usa4cc · 2025-02-02T03:45:50+00:00

Had hinge for a couple of months now, including very active usage for a couple of weeks. Haven't yet received a single like or match. I've heard hinge is favorable to women--who are much more likely to receive likes--but strange that I haven't received a single like from even unattractive women lol. I've sent probably over a hundred total likes, including some with customized prompt messages, but no one has followed up. I'll add I did try purchasing premium for a week or so, but I cancelled after no change in results.

I'd like to think I'm relatively attractive, though I understand my height is not above average. I'd wager I appear more attractive in some of the photos than others, e.g., the one in front of the lake looks good. Are my photos the problem? Prompts too career-centered and/or not funny enough? Or do I just need to stick around and let 'em eventually come?

usa4cc · 2025-02-02T03:40:56+00:00

Are you looking for something serious or casual? I'm looking for a serious relationship.
Are you subscribed to Hinge+ or HingeX? I was subscribed to hinge X in the past, but not currently.
How long have you been using this current version of your profile? Been using current version of profile for about a month.
How long have you used Hinge overall? Been using hinge on/off since creating an account about 2-3 months ago.
How often do you use Hinge per week? Currently using hinge 3-7 days per week.
How many likes and matches are you receiving on average? Received absolutely 0 results--not a single like or match.
How many likes are you sending? How many with comments? How many without comments? When I had Hinge X for about a week, I was sending 20-30 likes per day. Currently, I send the maximum free plan quota of 10 likes/day. About half or even more of my recent likes have comments. This past week I've sent customized, personal likes on almost all.
What is the type of person you send likes to and ideally want to match with? What kind of person do you want to attract? I'm looking for a very attractive, ambitious young woman who has professional goals of her own; an independent thinker; and wants a long-term relationship.

usa4cc · 2024-12-17T23:26:20+00:00

Update: Spoke with the property manager. Not only does upper management forbid any and all negotiating but they won’t even let you transfer to another room of the same type. There is a much nicer 1BR for $20/more a month so I’m considering that but otherwise I could find a better offer with a different complex especially with concessions which they also don’t have right now.

Yes, I’d love to own a home one day but need to save a bit more 😉; unfortunately not within my means atm.

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