You have a point. I think Sept 1 being a Friday may also have something to do with the low ratio. Lots of folks look forward to the weekend which might cause

You have a point. I think Sept 1 being a Friday may also have something to do with the low ratio. Lots of folks look forward to the weekend which might cause some to prioritize other job-related activities to wrap up the week, as opposed to posting freelancer openings on HN. Maybe the ratio will recover a bit on Monday ..