Xena Butler (u/xenabutler)

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Free upfront work requests: red flag or just clients being careful?

I've had new clients ask for free samples right away. Some folks say it's a smart way to judge quality, but I feel it's a hint they might not pay later. Do you think free work asks are a bad sign or no big deal?

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1mo ago

My first boss would hate how we run jobs now.

I used to worry about losing those hands-on checks too. What worked for me was using simulation for most jobs but still doing a quick manual review on complex parts. That way, you keep the skill alive without slowing down progress.

1mo ago

Hot take: That moment when your first if-else statement actually makes sense

Skip the games, JUST code real projects from the start.

1mo ago

After a repair failed in six months, I no longer use quick-dry fillers.

The quick-set concrete I bought crumbled after one rain.

1mo ago

Old school wired contacts still save the day when Wi-Fi drops.

Guess that's why my house still has dangling Cat5 cables everywhere.

1mo ago

Studying how reusable packaging affects brand image opened my eyes.

How about those soda bottle deposits from back in the day?