CmdrSprinkles

While not data science specific, I do often find myself on the hiring/search committee for our tech related jobs.

And honestly? Aside from the obvious "experience" (at least a year of contiguous experience doing something similar to what we want), there really isn't anything that would make me give a checkmark to a fresh faced person without a remotely relevant degree. Because online courses are useful but don't really show me that they know how to work on a project as a team. Same with most github projects where there is one contributor.

Universities may not be great, but it is pretty hard to graduate without ever having worked on a group project. Moreso for advanced degrees. And that is what I want.

Obviously there are exceptions on both sides. But when we have a hundred CVs to sift through, we are going to narrow it down. Because none of us want to do 100 interviews. It isn't fair to us and it sure as hell isn't fair to anyone past number 10 where we genuinely won't care anymore.

I have a similar fear of a lot of stuff like that

So I just use keepass (synced on spideroak, although I am considering alternatives as they still can't be arsed to do 2FA and I am still sceptical of some of their claims). No browser extension, just the app on my PC (and phone).

If it is a site I use regularly, I actually know the password because I generate it in a memorable way. if it isn't, I unlock the database, find the entry, copy it, and paste it.

To be compromised, I need:

1. My device to already be compromised, at which point I am boned anyway

2. Someone to get a hold of the database through stealing my device: I would know about this and would take action for the more sensitive passwords while filing a police report. The hope is that it would take long enough to compromise the database that I would have time

3. Someone to compromise spideroak and get the database. This is my big worry right now as I won't know about this (see my concerns over spideroak), but I put this in the "it is worth the risk" category as it avoids desync between my devices. But, as mentioned, I am looking in to alternatives or at least an extra layer of security/encryption to add in between.

Which I think is where solar/wind/hydro (in places that aren't the hoover dam...) make the most sense. Topping off comparatively clean sources like nuclear (or, preferably, actually clean sources) either through only turning them on when needed or having them charge capacitors. Hell, the UK have even been doing it, to a lesser extent, through pumped storage (think of them like really big water-based capacitors that you charge during non-peak times)

My point was more in balancing out the common misconception of "Let's just put a solar cell on every roof".

In a foggy/dreary climate (think UK) it doesn't make sense

Same with places prone to radical weather. Or just anywhere that doesn't get a lot of sun (the farther you get from the equator, really).

Because even if we get solar panel cost down in the next few years, it is still going to be expensive and need a fair amount of maintenance. And if that doesn't offset the cost sufficiently, it isn't worth it

Believe me, I want clean energy and do think solar should be exploited where it is reasonable (same with wind) and wish we would at least use cleaner sources where it isn't. But studies/experiments like this tend to rely on best case scenarios and corner cases and often just don't take economics into consideration.

Are they good as proof of concepts and PR? Yeah. But they still aren't that representative.

Possibly illegal, but the mention of being younger makes me think this is less for a "real" tech job and more for a "normal" job or a code monkey position where you really just need semi-competent people who can fill seats and do a modicum of work.

When I was younger I applied for a lot of jobs like that (supermarket, bookstore, data entry) and dealt with automated quizzes like that. None were quite that blatant, but even in my late teens I understood a lot of the questions were about risk assessment.

So it stands to reason that a huge concern with this was keeping insurance premiums down.

Because Nintendo is a toy company and basically view the classic (and amiibos (and gamecube controllers that only work with one game)) as cabbage patch dolls.

This first wave was to gauge interest and build hype. It came out early November and made people want them in the lead-up to xmas. If Nintendo weren't still living in the 80s they would have a very large burst of stock this week, but so be it.

The next big wave is going to be mid-December when parents (and loved ones) are buying gifts and want "the big thing".

Then we'll get a large wave in early January for all the people who get cash for xmas.

And then we'll just get a continuous stream so that every sane person can buy one in February or march

As for why Nintendo does it this way: it lets them tell their board that they "won the holidays" because they had the must-have product. And next year they'll have the snes classic (or nes classic 2 if they can find more games). They make less this way, but they can pretty much guarantee they turn a profit and have good stories for shareholders.

As for direct shipping: Part of that is Nintendo not really having invested in the infrastructure for that scale of direct orders. But I suspect a big chunk of this is Nintendo trying to earn some good will with retailers who have dismissed them due to bloated stocks of wii Us, 3dses, and amiibos. Because Nintendo need to push the shyft and while they may think they can win with a Vita they aren't dumb enough to forget that retailers killed the psp go.

Initially they came in a quick enough burst that it seemed prudent to respond. Then it became clear nobody was going to read what anybody else posted and there was no point because I could explain what the site/imgur page itself said until the cows come home and keep hearing "It doesn't need to be durable or carry anything"

But apparently we are both just obsessive people for having a conversation and not ignoring people

Because it is worth discussing what is and isn't good about something? Just blindly saying "cool beans" isn't really a fun discussion at all. And if a topic wasn't meant to be discussed, it shouldn't have been posted to a message board.

How is backing up an argument and explaining limitations when questioned "fervor"?

I might as well accuse you of being obsessed with calling me obsessed because you bothered to reply.

When did we reach the point as a society where actually elaborating on a point and responding to someone is "fervor" and "obsession"?

Are we really at the ad hominem stage of things? Over discussions of the suitability of a sewn together plastic bag on a 3-day hike?

Even if you shut down immediately (more on that in a moment), you can't wipe your storage and The State can still look through that

And if it is an ongoing investigation, shutting down immediately may be very difficult. Unless you can make a compelling case that you were already doing so for whatever reason, it is a very clear textbook case of obstruction of justice/interfering with an ongoing investigation.

So the concern is less the government acting against "dissidents" and more google? Because once they upgrade to state, they definitely have access.

Well, I guess you have a point there? Not really sure what it is, but that is a distinction... Assuming google don't have cell tower access as a function of Google Fi.

Even if we assume there is a logical load, durability is still a huge issue. Ignoring the narrow path issues I mentioned other posters pointed out that polypropolene (sp?) deteriorates rapidly in the sun.

All of which is a HUGE problem on a multi-day hike.

Understand what your gear can and can't do. I have a really nice (Patagonia) backpack that I take with me when I go into town on the weekends and to work when I don't need a laptop. It is also great for going to the gym and for multipitch climbs where we are maybe ten minutes from a car. It is durable as hell and I can tie a small static rope to it if I am going to go up a chimney.

But it is tiny and it doesn't have a particularly secure top (draw string closure with a buckle). So if it is raining, I leave it at home. And if I am more than ten or fifteen minutes away from the car, I'll take my normal hiking backpack with me so that I can actually carry supplies and extra gear.

Does that make it bad? No, not at all. But it does mean there are some huge caveats to it.

DIY stuff is cool and this project definitely is. Just understand the limitations of it and use it in situations where it is safe and logical to do so.

In addition to what others have mentioned:

Part of this is teaching people to USE banks. A comparison would be how a lot of westerners don't understand how credit cards work and just think they'll get into huge debt. Then they use one and realize it simplifies life and is easy to maintain

But it sounds like there are follow-up actions planned. The President (?) of India is rumoured to be expected to give everyone 100 bucks worth of rupees next year as a "Sorry for the inconvenience" celebration with the stipulation that it goes into a bank account.

And I suspect there are a lot more steps planned. Likely benefits to using direct deposit rather than being paid in cash and other options.

You know what else works?

Just checking cell phone tower usage.

The only thing this would give you over that is finer grain data, but it is already pretty fine to start with.

And the solution to both of those is the same: Turn your phone off (actually, leave it at home) when you are going to go meet with your friends to overthrow the government. You know, revolution 101.

The example/use-case he gives is loading it with 25 pounds of clothes, water, and rocks to test it before a multi-day hike. That gets into the range where all of that matters. Which was the point of my post.

In fact, taking something like that on a multi-day hike is a good way to earn yourself a Darwin award.

My point is more that this looks like it might not even have one trip durability. Even your example are two very durable materials designed to not tear. This is cheap plastic...

As for dropping the straps: You are right. A light backpack doesn't need them and I even removed them from my "taking a train into the city" backpack. But considering that one of the example pictures was a "look how durable this is! It carries 25 lb of rock with no issues", it is a factor.

Hence, if your use case is that you need something that looks nice while you go to school or walk around town, this is great. If you need any form of durability because having your bag break and needing to carry stuff by hand isn't an option: this isn't.

Honestly: it seemed a bit off to me too, but it was mentioned so I assumed it probably did something.

Although, the lifter thing is more just that they don't realize they need to use their legs. Common problem in general, but most people are weak enough that they realize "Something isn't right here" soon enough.

We like to mock one of our friends because he started off climbing and was completely drained after a single 5.7 because he used JUST his arms. Made it to the top (and got pretty damned far up a 5.8), but... holy crap. Few things will make you feel more inadequate than being reminded that your belayer used to do that.

I would argue that adding the picture of "Look, it can hold 25 pounds of rocks" implies it might be. And I know that the more tech oriented communities often don't appreciate ergonomics and have a tendency to just say "Oh cool, I can stick it to the man and save money!".

And this is one of those cases where there are some huge caveats.

Interesting as a DIY project, but I would strongly advise not using this for anything where functionality matters (camping, hiking, travel, etc). For just going to work/school it is a great fashion statement, but there are serious concerns

1. no chest strap to help distribute the load. I see a waist strap which is nice, but chest is generally the bare minimum

2. Those seals (stiches) aren't waterproof

3. It is only as durable as the stitching

4. The reason you pay for a "real" bag is for durability. That doesn't look like it would survive narrow trails that well. I am also sceptical as to how it would hold up on flights where you are forced to gate check all your luggage.

And before someone cites the ikea rope bag: Rope bags are generally what you use when you are climbing an hour or two away from the car/camp, at most, over fairly simple terrain. Farther or more strenuous than that and you are going to want a better more hands-free way of carrying that in addition to your gear.

Like I said, this backpack is cool and a nice fashion statement. But don't rely on it.

And if cost is the issue: Keep an eye out for sites like ebags. Can usually find great discounts and coupons throughout the year to get a solid Osprey (or whatever brand you prefer. I like Osprey) for on the order of 100 bucks. And while that is expensive (it actually isn't), understand that it should be lasting you at least 2-3 years, if not more.

That really isn't that out of the ordinary. Areas that are particularly susceptible to wildfires tend to have a constant pervading theme of understanding your home can be turned to cinders. Coastal areas have flooding and, depending on the region, hurricanes. And so forth.

It is a fundamental part of the human condition. People who live in places where people probably shouldn't either leave or get used to it.

While I will gladly rant about my issues with how NASA handles things: NASA and Musk are trying to solve different problems

Musk's goal is affordable space travel

NASA's goal was space travel (and exploration) period.

That means everything is a prototype. As for why we don't re-use them that much: By the time a project is over, so much has been learned that it and said knowledge needs to be applied to the next round.

In the case of space telescopes and the like: Repairs are made (if memory serves, Hubble was the one that famously launched with defects and needed to be fixed in orbit). As for launching more smaller ones: There just isn't a huge need for it. Getting time on a telescope is something even a grad student can do and the timescales are such that there is very rarely a "we need this NOW! Screw everyone else and block off a few weeks for us" situation. And if there is? Odds are a LOT of people want that data anyway.

One way to think of it is like a gaming PC. Some people buy mid-end and make incremental updates over the lifecycle of the machine. Others go all out and just build a monstrocity with an i7 every 4-6 years.

It seems crazy, but it is really no different than sleeping in a hotel room or going camping. You initially are uncomfortable and it takes a bit of time for your brain to acknowledge it is safe to sleep in a strange place. Then you realize you are exhausted and pass out.

And unless you REALLY toss and turn in your sleep, you are as safe as your anchors (and if you are doing this, you know how to make anchors. Or are so incredibly stupid that you are trying to win a Darwin award).

Just worth noting: for those who want to increase their grip strength. The things you squeeze are fine, actually climbing (or lifting weights (or whatever)) is optimal. Avoid fingerboards for quite a while as those are a sure way to injure yourself if your body is not ready.

Get off the high horse

Different people like different things. 1337-speak and obscene levels of abbreviation largely came into being as SMS and text in-game chat were popular because, for a lot of people, spelling out words was much slower (or costly). The former mostly faded whereas the latter is still useful for twitter and people who actually still do SMS due to restrictions

Emoji (and emoticons before them) are similar. It is a way to convey an emotion or have a bit of fun in a concise manner. Some people like to type "That is hilarious". Others will type "LMFAO". And others still will put a pacman that is laughing. All convey the same message just in a different way.

For meat and fish: Supermarkets tend to have a pound or two of chicken and other meats at reasonable prices which equates to 1-3 meals. A chicken breast (or a few thighs) easily holds up for a week or so in the fridge as long as you put it in a sealed container.

And you can save a lot more money if you buy a larger pack, break it up into "meals", bag them, and freeze them. I am lazy and just do plastic-wrap -> freezer bag and give it the sniff test before cooking but smarter people use a more rigorous system.

And that is fine, but I think this thread and these kinds of sentiment show that it IS superior to teach your kids how to cook and to understand that it doesn't have to be a boring slog.

Because then, when they are adults, they won't be discouraged because "it is too hard to get all the ingredients" or "it takes too long" because they'll have a better understanding of how to just roll with it. Maybe they won't be making fancy dishes ,but they also will understand how to do a twenty minute meal.

Case in point: You seem to think you have to be a foodie (screw that word and everything about it) to cook with your kids.

Going back to the sports analogy: No one is saying to force your kid to live outdoors. But taking the time to throw a ball around or take them on a hike or whatever conditions them to associate physical activity with fun which, in turn, encourages them to do it on their own.

And bath time, watching a bunch of uncoordinated kids flop around on a futbol field, and hearing chopsticks get butchered is?

That is kind of parenting. You put up with crap to teach your kids.

Also, cooking can be pretty fun. Again boils down to the kind of mentality you have and how you approach it.

US, but I generally find that starch (rice, potatoes, etc) holds up for quite a while and meat can be bought in bulk and frozen, so that mostly leaves vegetables as the difficult item. And that can be resolved by buying frozen or canned for the most part.

As for family time: Why not both? My mother made it a point to have me hang out in the kitchen and help out and, as a result, I like cooking and know how to do things ranging from "What do I have left in the fridge?" to "Alright, let's make something fancy". Obviously having the kids use knives isn't smart until they are older, but just having them peel potatoes or hand you stuff is a good bonding experience. And, when they ARE older: you got yourself some cheap labor

And, to get back to the skillset thing: That really helps with saving time. I generally DON'T plan my meals (weekends when I am not out and dates are the only times I really use recipes). My food shopping is generally "What is on sale? Alright" and then I roll from there. And a lot of that goes down to being a kid and watching my mother figure out what was left in the fridge. Sometimes you make an awesome quiche or casserole. Sometimes you just throw some rice in a pot, saute some meat, and then throw a can of vegetables in near the end. And sometimes you are eating bologna and ramen.

Nobody sane is saying to go super all out or to never eat out/eat takeout/frozen food. But home cooked meals are generally healthier, a lot cheaper, and teach kids how to eat right and fend for themselves.