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UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

Hi, my name is Nick. I can find & fix obscure bugs on platforms w/ languages I've never used. I'll likely never pass whiteboard interviews.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I stopped going to my database classes b/c I spent more time writing work rounds for openWatcom bugs / prof's code vs writing SQL lexers.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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In hardware labs, I've optimized hcs12 assembly to get logging to run 3x longer than spec'd, before others got theirs to compile.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I've written 3000 lines of C++ cellular automata in notepad for a course and it ran perfectly on the first compile.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I did my advanced algorithms ("big O notation") homework over a weekend to see if I could. Managed merge-sort to run distributed for fun.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I'm autistic and obsessed with programming / software. Given the right environment I think I'd be an asset. But I'm applying for disability.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I'll never pass a whiteboard interview b/c new environments send me into a meltdown / sensory overload. I panic and forget my own damn name.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Sensory issues and anxiety from social situations is common in autistic spectrum. How many more are you overlooking?https://t.co/JBYsTkDUUm

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

Saddened to hear even @DrTempleGrandin thinks that aspect is under-researched. But comforting to know I'm not alone.https://t.co/IytU6djfgB

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I can't hold a marker for more than 10 minutes w/out my hand cramping. Whiteboard interview someone on spectrum = 😢https://t.co/nDB8oADGIA

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Facebook https://t.co/FP9WoWA4h4

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Google https://t.co/sdYb3FQTdW

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Amazon https://t.co/cSbH1tWKr4

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Microsoft https://t.co/lDKxCtYtnp

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I actually got a friend referral for Google but declined it. Why travel for a day of meltdowns only to fail for 'not showing confidence'? 🙄

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I've had 4 different departments at Amazon try to recruit me so far. Their phone interview code sharing session's site didn't even work!

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Not only did it not work, it was an outstanding bug for months - easily found on their support page. I ended up recommend hackpad.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I actually want to work for Amazon! They are doing cool things. But I'll never get the opportunity AFAICT.

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3/2/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Why do I care so much about some stupid interview process? Really its just personal symbolism:https://t.co/by0XsAa8vj

UltimApe@ultimape• over 9 years ago

"Handwriting and spelling errors were found in 89% of suicide notes left by adolescents" https://t.co/IHyCVTFzae

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3/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I wouldn't have gone thru college if I hadn't had access to a computer to take notes. Went to college a year early.https://t.co/VX8ajqV04K

UltimApe@ultimape• almost 9 years ago

Would other people describe your handwriting 'bad', 'hard to read', or did you struggle with handwriting during school?

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3/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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I see the whiteboard interview thing to be a religious argument - Orgs cargo-cult'ing google and amazon's HR practices. Abstract symbolism.

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3/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Slates & chalk should be good for everyone. Math should be written in pens. Whiteboards? Everyone is doing it.https://t.co/R5u2plVe8d

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3/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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These arguments are frustrating.But we need to have them as a society if we're going to move forward. They shouldn't be left in the dark.

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3/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Every computer owned since 2006 had a Stylus. I built a DIY surface in my basement. I live in OneNote. I'll never pass Whiteboard interview.

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3/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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When I was living at Praetor Labs, I wrote code and shared ideas on whiteboards all the time. I love 'em! This isn't about the whiteboard... https://t.co/vdC0ZYfinw

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3/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• over 8 years ago

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Thread TL:DR:https://t.co/oseeUydX7n https://t.co/IhSZyoJ6xT

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3/14/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• about 8 years ago

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The situation is changing, slowly.https://t.co/8ZtGDSipMZ https://t.co/kZBtRsrFg4

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9/7/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• almost 8 years ago

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After reading this thread: I'm glad I never managed to pass these gatekeeping systems. I wouldn't have survived. 😥https://t.co/fqqRVw3Hoq

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9/30/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• almost 8 years ago

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The situation is changing, slowly.https://t.co/HCY0yeJJVu https://t.co/HJ9ZGCmBh2

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10/11/2017

UltimApe@ultimape• almost 8 years ago

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"while running a small business with neurodiverse staff can bring particular challenges, the benefits are clear." https://t.co/COjN0C5VVL https://t.co/kusgyU77cn

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10/11/2017