I think this is spot on. I've seen people on HN say that they prefer the Bay Area to Boston/NY because the Bay Area is so much less exclusive. I think in realit

I think this is spot on. I've seen people on HN say that they prefer the Bay Area to Boston/NY because the Bay Area is so much less exclusive. I think in reality Silicon Valley has its own flavor exclusivity and boxes they are looking to check off in potential employees