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Just a little UX note: I'm trying to register and I get a "Username is invalid" error. I have a special character in it ("-") so I guess that's why, but it would be a good idea to state your validity rules in the error message.
Re:Ask HN: Why did you quit your last job? on Thursday July 26, 2018 @03:16PM (#17620114)
I quit for quality of life improvement (shorter commute, remote possibilities, fewer work hours).

Also to work on something that has more impact on people instead of only profiting big corps.

I live in a place where winters are long, days are short and skies are either gray or dark.

Having the opportunity to see the sun even for a couple of minutes when coming out from work is a great feeling that has a big impact on people's mood and mental health especially at the tail end of winter. Electric lights don't have that effect.

I also spend more of my non-working time outside and I'd love to be able to go out for a run without a headlamp earlier in the year.

Re:Gosh Darn Function Pointers on Monday January 15, 2018 @04:26PM (#16153587)
It's also available online https://cdecl.org/
Re:Instagram is ruining food on Monday October 02, 2017 @11:25AM (#15384509)
There is a subtle "close" link in the top left corner of the pop up.
Re:Ask HN: How is your standing desk working for you? on Wednesday July 26, 2017 @10:50AM (#14856629)
I am a twitchy/boderline-ADHD type of guy. When I don't get (a lot) of exercice because of lack of time or whatever other reason I simply cannot concentrate and spend my day changing position in my chair and losing focus.

My sit/stand desk solved that issue and when I'm standing I feel a lot more focused. Even if in the end I'm not moving that much more than while seated, it feels like a world of difference to just be able to step around and move my legs a bit.