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Re:Ask HN: Why is it more fun to read the comments? on Monday August 18, 2014 @04:47PM (#8194587)
I think they provide multiple sides to a story. A single blog post could just be a guy ranting, or a news story may simply be unfounded hype. It's like reading something written by 10 different people, all of different viewpoints, and which provides a bit more balance to a story.

Ask HN: Did anyone regret the move from engineer to manager?

Posted by cigarpowder on Saturday August 16, 2014 @06:23PM
from the ask-hn dept.

I've read a lot about the "lowly status" of an engineer, and it's easy to imagine the grass is greener on the other side: management.I'm looking for perspectives from engineers who have switched into management. Is life better now? Are there unanticipated cons of being in management? Should all engineers try to move towards management?Thanks!

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Re:Why it makes sense to bike without a helmet on Wednesday July 30, 2014 @12:19AM (#8106344)
Fascinating ideas... I was astounded to hear that drivers pass closer to bicyclers wearing a helmet. I'd be prone to do so myself, as they do induce a false sense of security for both parties. I also agree that perhaps drivers and pedestrians should wear helmets as well.
Re:Why I Left Indie Development on Tuesday July 29, 2014 @11:25PM (#8106223)
would love to hear more. numbers, juicy details, etc.,..

Ask HN: Does Swift change anything about the dismal app business?

Posted by cigarpowder on Tuesday July 29, 2014 @02:47AM
from the ask-hn dept.

I've been excited about Swift lately, but upon closely thinking about it... it's still the same old thing, just cleaner. The app store is still crowded neck-to-neck, flooded with hundreds of apps every day. It's arguable that starting a new iOS app today would not be an optimal decision... would starting a Swift app be any different? As a small developer, I'm thinking it may be a better idea...

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