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I've worked at some of the FANGs, including Amazon. As far as their standard workspace equipment goes (e.g. computers, desk, monitors, etc...), they seemed to be more or less at pa…

Got it. My plan right now is to use: - An intern who I managed. - A current co-worker who I've collaborated closely with on a number of projects. - Our current team lead who I regu…

Thanks for your detailed response! It helps a ton. I've been feeling a bit neurotic because I don't have a large network to fall back on for references, but really want to get out …

Ah, I see how the wording can be confusing. I'll edit the post for clarification I'm not a contractor. I'm a full time SDE. By "true" job, I meant to imply I've had short-term jobs…

Bay Area, probably like a good majority of contributors here but, you're right, I should add that info.

Hi folks, I'm planning to leave my current position soon. This position is my first job out of college. I'm looking for senior SDE roles. I'm aware that I'm going to be asked for r…

Unfortunately, I agree. I've had significantly more trouble dating in Silicon Valley than anywhere else I've lived. In fact, that's why I'm moving to NYC. Using dating apps as evid…

My experience with Silicon Valley is much the same as yours. I'm just a mid-level engineer at a FAANG and my co-workers are boring-as-can-be. Nice people but introverted and tech-o…

Preface: I spend a lot of this response talking about a hypothetical high-status man and a low-status woman. This isn't to be sexist or perpetuate stereotypes; it's just to use a c…

This sounds like something out of Eyes Wide Shut, but with social awkwardness, baggy dad jeans, and crocs and socks. I can't imagine this is emotionally healthy for most of the fol…