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Don't worry, you'll never get into FANG companies.

What a mean thing to say to someone. I've been telling people the exact opposite for years - with enough time and motivation, anyone can get into FAANG companies, it's just a question of how much time and energy you want to dedicate to that.

Contrast this with becoming an astronaut or a gymnast, or a tennis player, or anything that requires you to acquire physical skills starting at a very early age and do it for decades.

I've been almost 10 years at FAANGs. There's nothing special about me. My GPA was 2.75. I suppose I can code and at this point I have some experience, but I'm no Carmack.

I always encourage people who want to join FANG companies.

OP is the typical 'sour grapes' dissing on FANG. Why would I want them to work for FANG, if they don't appreciate it?

You have to be hungry for it to want it. They are millions of people who are grateful to work for FANG and I'll absolutely help them

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