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A way for me to share life updates without bothering with social media or writing a full blog post.
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Last updated 1 month, 1 week ago.
I'm looking for a job
After quitting Automattic in October 2024, taking a technical sabbatical in 2025, and attending the Recurse Center from Sept - Dec last year, I'm now looking for a job with the help of the Recurse Center's Career Services.
I'm studying algorithms, doing daily leetcode practice problems, and hoping for the best. I've spent so much time in 2025 using AI that hand-rolling code is not only much harder, but I'm not even sure if it's a good use of my time. Hiring in tech right now is changing; some companies use AI, some don't, some have AI interviews, others expect leetcode-style technical interviews. My biggest stressor right now is figuring out what to prioritize, what's actually useful, and how to cut costs.