Leetcode is a waste of time, consider just using tools like https://leetcodeninja.io if you're preparing for an interview. The sooner those type of interviews die the better
Because of the nature of my job I do many in-person interviews
Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
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Re: Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
#12In my experience, I think it’s primarily a mental health issue. My passion for computers has always been rooted in a fundamental curiosity, rather than any deep reason or meaning. Simply writing code and watching software run used to excite me—it was fun, pure and simple. There was a time, though, when it all felt utterly meaningless and made me depressed. I found myself thinking things like, “Even if I build this, i…
This is helpful, thank you
Re: Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
#13Leetcode is a waste of time, consider just using tools like https://leetcodeninja.io if you're preparing for an interview. The sooner those type of interviews die the better
If you're doing self promotion, I would disclose at least that you're doing so.
Re: Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
#14I'm an optimist, as well as a capitalist. So what I love about computing is the ability to make a lot of money from the comfort of my own home by, essentially, distilling my own thoughts into an artifact other people will pay to use. That's just about the closest thing to magic I can imagine a human being having.
>Do I need to fix my depression before I fix my outlook on computers, or can I work on both at the same time?
Both at the same time, bit by bit. Absent any other issues I would actually guess the family/relationship one-two punch is the real thing dragging you down more than work itself. Unfortunately those kinds of situations are almost impossible for outsiders to help with, so I won't pretend to know what to do there.
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#15At the risk of geting downvoter I'll repeat again and again what I feel is the bitter truth. This is a pretty childish unprofessional approach to look for some _inspiration_. As if a job has the responsibility to make you happy and fix your personal issues. If an opportunity in modern economy to make a decent money is not enough an inspiration for you - no magic new shiny thing will inspire you for long.
This is the exact opposite of what I was asking for. Instead of quitting my job I want to learn to like my job again. The job doesn't have a responsibility to me, I have a responsibility to get better and part of that is maintaining my career. Did you even read the post?
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#16Your dread of computer insecurities is well placed, BUT there is a long term solution that will eventually work once it's adopted. Capabilities based systems like WASM default to NO access and permanently fix a large class of problems, namely the confused deputy problem.
As for the awe, I got into computing in the days of the PET and S-100 systems. Now I'm contemplating my own ASIC designs. It's freaking amazing what you can do with almost no money and a little effort.
Re: Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
#17At the risk of geting downvoter I'll repeat again and again what I feel is the bitter truth. This is a pretty childish unprofessional approach to look for some _inspiration_. As if a job has the responsibility to make you happy and fix your personal issues. If an opportunity in modern economy to make a decent money is not enough an inspiration for you - no magic new shiny thing will inspire you for long.
This is the exact opposite of what I was asking for. Instead of quitting my job I want to learn to like my job again. The job doesn't have a responsibility to me, I have a responsibility to get better and part of that is maintaining my career. Did you even read the post?
You’re asking for an inspiration? My answer is you need to learn to work without any inspiration, just because you’re signed a contrAct and getting paid.
Sorry if didn’t make it clear.
Re: Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
#18In a minute: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmuP8gsgWb8
My love of tech recovered when I stopped doing it for 40 hours a week. I don't work in tech. Applying technology at a small scale to solve concrete issues still feels magical. No KPIs, no standup meetings, no tickets. Just a small achievable goal that makes a tangible impact.
Re: Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
#19It looks like your disenchantment with computing is more of a symptom of the other bad things going on in your life.
I just suggest keeping up with exercise and focusing on your mental health. If you are in a dark place, everything becomes dark.
Give yourself time to heal from the breakup, recover from depression, and I'm sure you will find joy again in doing your job.
Re: Ask HN: What inspires you about computing?
#20Earlier quoted context omitted.
This is the exact opposite of what I was asking for. Instead of quitting my job I want to learn to like my job again. The job doesn't have a responsibility to me, I have a responsibility to get better and part of that is maintaining my career. Did you even read the post?
You’re asking for an inspiration? My answer is you need to learn to work without any inspiration, just because you’re signed a contrAct and getting paid. Sorry if didn’t make it clear.
Ok that makes sense. Maybe easier said than done. Sorry if I came off as rude