As many others have mentioned trying to figure out connections yourself can help a lot. United wanted me to wait overnight in Dulles or come back 24 hours later

As many others have mentioned trying to figure out connections yourself can help a lot. United wanted me to wait overnight in Dulles or come back 24 hours later for a flight to Seattle. I figured out connections for myself and only lost about 4 hours in stead of 17-24 hours. It helps when you have no checked bags.