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what problems that are solvable with software are out there? Most problems society faces today is too much entertainment, too much technology, not enough peace quiet and solitude, low quality subscription slop.

Most problems in society today require less tech, less software, and better quality hardware.

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Make better software that solves problems. It doesn’t have to be new, just cheaper, faster, or a better UX. Offer your services to a local small business that is running on Excel spreadsheets and duct tape. Provide paid support for an open source project that you help maintain and develop. There are tons of opportunities outside Silicon Valley.

Genuinely, how much would this even pay? If you’re someone who was/is at faang and you’ve got a $2m mortgage - you’re gonna just bootstrap a $500k+/yr salary from the get go?

This sentiment feels like something that maybe works in parts of Europe or BFE where a house is still $80k.

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