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JSDevOps··on The war on remote work has nothing to do with productivity
The whole “remote work kills productivity” argument is outdated. Studies and real-world examples show the opposite: many people are more productive at home without the daily commute and office distractions. Plus, companies have tools and strategies to keep teams connected and engaged, so the idea that culture just dissolves over time isn’t based on reality. Culture isn’t about being in the same room; it’s about values, leadership, and communication. And remote companies are proving you can have a strong, action-driven culture without a traditional office. Also, let’s talk about this idea that employees’ good intentions aren't enough and that without the office, everything falls apart. This screams of a lack of trust in workers, which is not how modern businesses run. Successful companies trust their people, set clear expectations, and hold them accountable—whether they’re in the office or working from a coffee shop. It’s not about babysitting; it’s about outcomes. And this notion that computer science professionals won’t have bargaining power because of some glut is just not accurate. Sure, there are more CS grads, but the demand for skilled talent is still high, especially for top performers. Companies offering WFH flexibility are not just doing it out of kindness; it’s a strategic move to attract and retain talent in a competitive market. Restricting WFH options actually puts companies at a disadvantage. Bottom line: dismissing WFH as some kind of fad or liability ignores the reality that a ton of companies are making it work and even excelling. If anything, leaders worth their salt are those who adapt, trust their teams, and leverage the benefits of remote work, not those who cling to outdated office norms.
JSDevOps··on Ask HN: How can I tell if my electronic devices can be remotely detonated?
Easy. Have they blown up?
JSDevOps··on Show HN: LastWorkingDay – Simplify Farewell Messages with AI
We don’t need this. The world doesn’t need this.
JSDevOps··on LinkedIn does not use European users' data for training its AI
How fucked In the head do you have to be to train ANY AI on LinkedIn Data.
JSDevOps··on The Work from Home Free-for-All Is Coming to an End
Well it’s not in the uk.
JSDevOps··on Infineon's CO2 Sensor Monitors Indoor Air Quality
https://aranet.com/en/home/products/aranet4-home?srsltid=Afm...
JSDevOps··on Show HN: AI Chat to help understand the effects of anxiety
Interesting how you’ve done this
JSDevOps··on UK Debt Hits 100% of GDP, Highest Level Since 1960s
People these days are absolutely mad. They’ll splash cash on anything without a second thought. They genuinely believe owning a house is an “investment” while they’re leasing a BMW or Audi just to drive to their nail appointments. These are the so-called “urban achievers.” But let’s not kid ourselves—the same hands getting those manicures will be the ones desperately clawing their way out of the financial mess they've created, like a scene out of Silence of the Lambs, begging mum for help with a student loan or parking fine, while the Deliveroo and Uber bills keep piling up.

People are utterly reckless and clueless when it comes to money—they haven’t a clue about the value of a pound, and frankly, they couldn’t care less. But they really should. Look at the ones with money to burn—spending on new hair, fresh nails, and a new dress for every wedding, while their partners splash out on another weekend getaway. It’s all a lifestyle choice, no different from the one the Bank of England seems to be celebrating. Same vibe, same level of obliviousness.

JSDevOps··on Ask HN: Why doesn't GitHub ensure binaries are compiled from the source as is?
Still there’s supply chain attacks. How could you verify every dependency in a particular project perhaps?
JSDevOps··on Show HN: We just dropped a 8B alternative of OpenAI GPT-o1 and it's sick
It can't be that good
JSDevOps··on PSA: Be careful when a random crypto company sends your their Git repo
Arent alot of these delivering malware by Pre commit hooks?
JSDevOps··on [dead]
None of these are "Leaked"
JSDevOps··on Are remote workers working all day? Here's what they're doing instead
Walk around any office. How many people do you see doing online shopping or in pointless meetings.
JSDevOps··on Offices lead to greater connection, inspiration, productivity, wellbeing
These posts are just engagement farming nothing more.
JSDevOps··on Ask HN: Why aren't residential IP services a security risk?
Who says they aren’t? Also why would you assume they are. A lot of residential ranges might host small businesses.
JSDevOps··on Ask HN: Predictions for the Next Low Interest Rate Tech Era?
So a crisis-level 50bps rate-cut at record highs for stocks and home prices, just two months ahead of the election is warranted because the "economy is in a good place."

Expect 30% on the price of everything.

JSDevOps··on 14 Dead as Hezbollah walkie-talkies explode in second, deadlier attack
They are targeting someone. They know it. It’ll be mobile phones next.
JSDevOps··on 14 Dead as Hezbollah walkie-talkies explode in second, deadlier attack
So is this 14 in total or 14 from the walkie talkies alone?
JSDevOps··on Backlash over Amazon's return to office comes as workers demand higher wages
Unions in the UK are nothing short of a broken promise, collecting fees from workers while offering little in return. It’s infuriating to see how they portray themselves as champions of the working class, yet when push comes to shove, they’re nowhere to be found. They’ll happily take your hard-earned money month after month, selling you the idea that they’ll fight for your rights. But when you actually need them—when management is pulling the rug out from under you—their usual response is something along the lines of, "Well, there’s not much we can do when management has already made a decision." Really? That's what we pay for?

The truth is, they’re masters of taking credit when it benefits their public image. When a company backtracks on an unpopular decision, it’s often due to public outrage or fear of bad PR, but the unions will still swoop in and claim victory. They act like they’ve led the charge, when in reality, they were sitting on the sidelines, waiting for someone else to force management’s hand. It’s a performance, and a poor one at that, designed to justify their existence. And let’s not even start on how little they’re actually doing to protect workers in an increasingly precarious job market. They’re loud when they want to be heard but silent when it truly counts. The whole thing is a farce, and it's time we stopped pretending unions are still the powerful advocates they once were. They're not. They're out of touch, ineffective, and quite frankly, taking advantage of the very people they’re supposed to be defending.

JSDevOps··on Elon Musk amplifies Trump rally bomb threats that police call false
Was this started or proliferated and promoted by Zero Hedge
JSDevOps··on The Fed Says Inflation Is Over
Expect 30% on the price of everything.
JSDevOps··on Pager and Now Walkie-Talkie Attacks on Hezbollah
Anyone else suspect it’ll be mobile phones next?
JSDevOps··on Ask HN: How does Instagram read my mind?
Instagram isn't reading your mind—yet. It's just really good at watching everything you do, everywhere you go, and probably knows you better than your own brain at this point.
JSDevOps··on Hezbollah pager explosions kill several people in Lebanon
I find it hard to believe that people are seriously considering the cybersecurity angle in this situation. Yes, there may be some extremely rare and unlikely scenarios where you could hack into a device and cause the attached lithium-ion battery to overheat and combust. However, it’s important to understand that lithium-ion batteries don’t actually explode—they combust gradually over the span of a few seconds to minutes. Even if they did explode, which they don’t, we’re talking about something with the energy equivalent of a single AAA battery, not a large and powerful EV cell. Given these facts, it’s far more plausible that those pagers were intercepted and deliberately implanted with explosives, rather than being manipulated through hacking.
JSDevOps··on [dead]
I find it hard to believe that people are seriously considering the cybersecurity angle in this situation. Yes, there may be some extremely rare and unlikely scenarios where you could hack into a device and cause the attached lithium-ion battery to overheat and combust. However, it’s important to understand that lithium-ion batteries don’t actually explode—they combust gradually over the span of a few seconds to minutes. Even if they did explode, which they don’t, we’re talking about something with the energy equivalent of a single AAA battery, not a large and powerful EV cell. Given these facts, it’s far more plausible that those pagers were intercepted and deliberately implanted with explosives, rather than being manipulated through hacking.
JSDevOps··on Amazon tells employees to return to office five days a week
No just strong language.
JSDevOps··on Ask HN: Why am I struggling to find a job?
What are you looking for?
JSDevOps··on Amazon tells employees to return to office five days a week
If they are that serious they should turn off the vpn. If they don’t this is just talking heads.
JSDevOps··on Amazon tells employees to return to office five days a week
> mentorship and networking opportunities

All this is just made up bullshit though.

JSDevOps··on Amazon tells employees to return to office five days a week
Exactly this all those pension funds are coming due
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