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There is perhaps an analogy with weed here. Ten years ago, to many weed represented freedom, and rebellion against sclerotic old order that denied self-sovereignty over our bodies. Then, weed became legalized, and "official". On that day, I remember my personal interest in weed dropping by > 2x overnight. And since then, public discourse is moving toward a balanced view of weed: it is much less harmful than alcohol and smoking, and has valuable medical uses, but it is also far from harmless, especially in its modern corporate hyper-optimized versions. Crypto finance is similar. In the old order, @GaryGensler created a regime where tokens that give investors clear indication of what their rights are and where their revenue comes from is a "security", but obfuscated "governance tokens" are potentially in the clear. This was a perverse distortion of incentives, and it is a key reason why @GaryGensler must never be christened as a hero, even among crypto skeptics. Everything that happened in crypto was in part a response, part compliance part rebellion, to these pressures. Over the last year, we have been entering a new order. Now, the most powerful people in the world are cheering on the idea of anyone creating tokens for anything, at any scale. And so now is the time to talk about the difference between sugar-high short-term fun that is unwise to recommend to newbies, and long-term fulfillment and wealth-building. It is not about "fun is bad", it is about the equivalent of modern hyperaddictive cellphone games, versus chess or World of Warcraft. Now is the time to talk about the fact that large-scale political coins cross a further line: they are not just sources of fun, whose harm is at most contained to mistakes made by voluntary participants, they are vehicles for unlimited political bribery, including from foreign nation states. This is in a sense the essence of d/acc: the goal is not to indiscriminately accelerate everything, including superintelligent AI and fentanyl, the goal is to selectively accelerate defense so that it can keep up with offense. Sometimes, that defense is a matter of cultivating our own sense of virtue. Sometimes, that defense is a matter of creating better alternatives. In defi, we are already starting to see a return toward honest token-based fundraising that gives users clear understanding of what they are buying, bringing us the best of pre-2020-era ICOs while addressing their downsides. The @infinex_app patron sale, and the @Truemarketsorg NFT sale, are two examples of this, and I personally know of other examples that are soon to come. There is a bright future of capital allocation mechanisms that can be built. Potentially, we can come up with ways to ensure alignment with community wishes as well as safeguarding important values like privacy, security, open standards and open source, that could be part of the incentive structure itself. Acceleration is coming either way; it is our task to choose the brightest possible vector.

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Been doing this tech thing for more than 7 years now 😂 I remember when I barely had up to a month experience. Nothing beats the power of locking in! That single point in 2020 where I moved in with my guys and we were learning for 7 months everyday really changed my life.

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Had a DM conversation with @chinedu_10 about this, and he asked that I share my thoughts to help other people learn. So here goes... I used to have this opinion, but I've learned that global recruiting is NOT straightforward. I promise you - If they could hire Africans and pay then half the money (location-based pay), they would. It’s for multiple reasons that many don’t hire in this region. 🔵 Context: They don’t understand the market enough to play in it. And businesses don’t want to hurt themselves. Law suits aren’t cheap. 🔵 Legal and Compliance Issues: Different countries have distinct labor laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements. They have to ensure that they comply with local regulations when hiring remote employees - it's hard to manage globally. Even in the USA, there are some companies that can't hire from certain states. Some US companies will also prefer to hire in the UK before Canada etc. 🔵 Taxes. They don’t have legal entities across your countries to set up remote hiring and handle taxes (both company and employee taxes). Taxes can vary based on the employee's location. It's more complicated in some places more than others. Also, in some countries businesses are heavily taxed, so for them whats the point? 🔵 You might say they should use Deel. Which is fair, but some of those companies don’t hire contractors and if you’re ever hired through Deel, Deel is your employer, not that company. Meaning that labour laws don’t protect you as you’re contracting through Deel and those companies can literally wake up and fire you anytime - you're on a contract through a third party. Not full-time. 🔵 Hiring a Nigerian is hard. Even to pay us is difficult. It’s really not that straightforward. 🔵 Timezone is the least of their worries. Truly distributed companies hire across timezones and they make it work. If they can hire in GMT, they can literally hire in GMT 1. The issues are the other things, really. It's not just about the talent. The country they are coming to also matters. They have to be legally present there for it to be smooth (unless you want Deel contracts that affect you in other ways like getting visa, etc). The EASIEST way to be remote as a Nigerian is to have access to another country where these companies can hire from. I hate it, it's sad, but it's not black or white and blame games won't do anything to change the reality.

JAVASCRIPT Here's how I would learn JavaScript from scratch if I were to start all over again. What will you add or remove? Basics:Variables, data types, operators, control structures, and functions. DOM Manipulation:Interacting with HTML using the Document Object Model (DOM). Asynchronous JavaScript:Callbacks, promises, async/await, and understanding the event loop. Functions and Closures:Deeper understanding of functions, closures, and higher-order functions. Modern JavaScript (ES6 ):Arrow functions, template literals, destructuring, and spread/rest operators. API Interaction:Making HTTP requests, consuming RESTful APIs. Frontend Frameworks:Explore React, Angular, or Vue.js. Node.js and Server-Side JavaScript:Basics of server-side development with Node.js. Database Interaction:Working with databases and CRUD operations. Build Projects:Apply knowledge through real-world projects. Testing and Debugging:Learn testing frameworks, debugging techniques. Version Control (Git):Basics of Git for version control. Continuous Learning:Stay updated with evolving technologies.

I've had three coaching sessions over the past week with people outside the US that want to work remote with US based companies Here is the general guidance I've provided - I'm not a lawyer, and this is not legal advice! 😊 Finding a remote job with a US-based company as a tech pro located outside the United States involves several steps that focus on leveraging your skills, building a network, and navigating the nuances of remote work and international hiring Overarching Recommendation Make yourself stand out from the crowd Make the company NEED to hire you, not WANT to hire you With that in mind, here are some strategies to think about: Skill Enhancement and Specialization Stay updated with the latest technologies and trends in your field (software development, database administration, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, data analysis, etc.) Get relevant certifications, they'll make your resume more appealing to US employers Resume and Online Profile Optimization Tailor your resume to highlight skills and experiences relevant to the job you're applying for Many US companies & agency recruiters use LinkedIn I hate LinkedIn as much as the next person, but it's a necessary evil if you're hunting for a job Ensure your LinkedIn profile is up-to-date and reflects your expertise and career goals - be sure to emphasize your impact not just your contributions Online Job Portals and Company Websites Use job search websites like Indeed, FlexJobs, and LinkedIn to find remote positions Visit the careers sections of US-based companies websites Networking Leverage professional networking platforms and forums to connect with individuals working in US companies Attend conferences, webinars, and workshops relevant to your field to expand your network - virtual is OK, the point is to get there and try to get some exposure Understanding Work Culture and Expectations Familiarize yourself with the work culture in US tech companies, including communication styles, work hours, and expectations Be prepared to work in US time zones Prepare for Interviews Practice for interviews, focusing on technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills Research common interview questions for your specific role in the tech industry But once you're past the tech screen, behavioral interview questions matter (Tell me about yourself, etc.) Visa and Work Authorization Knowledge Understand the legal requirements for working for a US-based company as a non-resident While remote work may not require a US visa, there may be other legal considerations - particularly how you will get paid! Be 100% transparent with potential employers about your location and any legal constraints Freelancing Platforms Consider freelance platforms like Upwork These can be stepping stones to more permanent positions and help build a portfolio of work for US clients Cultural Adaptation Be adaptable to the cultural differences that may arise in communication styles, project management, and business practices Continuous Learning and Adaptability Embrace continuous learning to keep up with the rapidly evolving tech industry Be adaptable to different project management tools and communication platforms used by US companies Remote work requires strong self-management and communication skills, these are highly valued by employers in remote settings.

Saturn released a commercial in 2003 that ironically highlighted the inefficiency of cars and how much space they occupy.

Front end development also involves understanding the layout, responsive design, performance optimization, and much more. It's a whole world to explore!

DOM #js getting used to manipulating the dom. Fun. @traversymedia thanks for making this clear and easy to understand.

A visual representation of the healing power of time 📹fallinginsand

Happy new week fam. Let’s have a productive one.

Feel free to veer off from a course/tutorial and do your own thing. One thing that has helped me is experimenting with something new that I've learned and going off-course (pun intended) to work on a small side project. You don't have to follow every tutorial to the letter.

High order array methods. #javascript

Js loops and array revision today. I enjoy learning Js thanks to Brad Traversy. #javascript #code