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Re:Twitter is down on Thursday October 15, 2015 @09:24AM (#10392954)
Don't worry everyone, I shared it on Identica: https://identi.ca/technicalfault/note/Wrp6LVJxSay9nQt8XIgyWQ
Re:Strava users remain frustrated by switch from Google Maps to OpenSt... on Thursday September 17, 2015 @07:14AM (#10232654)
I, for one, welcome this change. OSM brings many benefits including the ability to improve the map layer.

That said, route planning in Ride With GPS is better because you can switch between different maps -- and even use Streetview whilst exploring Open Street Map!

Ultimately, Strava is a great tool for segment & performance comparison but routing is streets ahead in Ride With GPS.

Re:Quick and dirty way to have OpenBSD running on Linode on Monday July 20, 2015 @10:22AM (#9916197)
Also works fine on Bytemark's BigV - just mount the install CD as an ISO: https://forum.bytemark.co.uk/t/anyone-installed-their-own-os...
Re:I can build an forever-free and anonymous personal finance web app on Thursday June 18, 2015 @10:52AM (#9738868)
How would this compare to GNUcash, apart from it being on the web?
Re:Ask HN: Who is hiring? (June 2015) on Monday June 01, 2015 @09:16AM (#9638273)
Bytemark | York, UK | On-site & Remote | Office support administrator

£15000 to £33000

This role is for someone who loves being on the inside of a business, enjoys supporting both customers and staff, and can manage the logistics of a busy office. All experience levels considered.

Apply anonymously here: https://careers.bytemark.co.uk/positions/3

Re:Ask HN: Who is hiring? (June 2015) on Monday June 01, 2015 @09:14AM (#9638259)
Bytemark | York, UK | On-site & Remote | System Administrator

£16500 to £29000

This role is initially centred around customer service and building internal systems. Ultimately, we are looking for "power users" or Linux/Windows server administrators looking to build their skill sets.

Apply anonymously here: https://careers.bytemark.co.uk/positions/2

Re:Ask HN: Who is hiring? (June 2015) on Monday June 01, 2015 @09:13AM (#9638240)
Bytemark | Manchester & York, UK | On-site | Developers

£32500 to £48000

This role would suit a software engineer who loves web technologies, front and back, and has a track record of achievement they'd like to build on.

Apply anonymously here: https://careers.bytemark.co.uk/positions/4

Re:RocketChat: Slack-like online chat, built with Meteor on Friday May 29, 2015 @11:23AM (#9625110)
I guess improving XMPP isn't as cool as building something brand new?
Re: on Monday May 18, 2015 @12:02PM (#9565159)
Fake: http://wafflesatnoon.com/fake-story-missing-scientist-found-...
Re:Venom – A security vulnerability in virtual floppy drive code on Wednesday May 13, 2015 @01:04PM (#9540344)
I'm happy to report that we've completely patched our BigV cloud platform in four hours without needing customers to reboot http://forum.bytemark.co.uk/t/venom-new-vulnerability-affect...
Re:Minecraft + World of Warcraft. Introducing Oort Online on Tuesday September 16, 2014 @08:20AM (#8324099)
If you’re a games company pitching the ‘next Minecraft’, co-developed with users, then be clear that players have no ownership unless you give them equity.
Re:We just got a web site takedown request. Not entirely sure how to p... on Tuesday June 10, 2014 @09:37AM (#7872350)
But now you can have the view out of our window permanently on your screen!

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