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Recent content by Loco

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    R I P : Benoit Mandelbrot

    Those really were the days! I used to love playing with them. Mandelbrot was def a visionary. RIP sir.
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    Why don't the agents reply? I mean come on ... !

    Yup! :) As many posters have said, the key thing here is experience. Do whatever you can to get the experience - even if it means that killer app that will change/nuke the world!
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    Why don't the agents reply? I mean come on ... !

    Just keep plugging away I guess. Don't rely on the reply, just keep applying for more! If you are not quite getting the roles, then it could be an indication that you have not quite crossed the threshold, the market is bad in your skillset, or the more experienced are nabbing them! If you find...
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    "Our message will not reach kronos for 36 years..."

    Heheh fascinating! I liked the idea of the head wear to get around the forehead makeup. Unless, of course, they are classic Klingons!
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    Where were you 9/11 2001?

    In Macdonald's tucking into a Quarter Pounder when the news came on the restaurant's TV. Everyone just stopped what they were doing to watch, including the restaurant staff.
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    TRON: Legacy

    Ooh I got goose pimples watching this. It looks excellent.
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    A question about post approval

    Hehe I'm going through that phase at the moment. Won't be long before we're there!
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    Domain hosting

    If your sites are with your ISP and your domains are elsewhere, then speak to your ISP about DNS settings. You may be able to point your domains at your sites without moving them. You should still be able to get your email from your domain provider.
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    Why???

    Same here. I got home at 5 tired out, slept for 2 hours, and here I am wide awake at 3am!
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    Urgent: Do I Leave Perm 4 Immediate Contract!?

    If I was considering this I think I would ensure I had a decent warchest - minimum 1 year living expenses tucked away (remember clientco can drop you just like that). Anything less, I would stick with permidom in these times. With the 250 mile commute - I would look at relocating. I think the...
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    Interview Nerves!

    When I go to an interview, I like to interview them to figure out if I would like to work with the company. I find it a nice mindset to put myself in and it quickly gets the interview going. It build your confidence and hopefully gradual rapport with the client, leaving a lasting impression.

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