MrFoof

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by MrFoof 7y ago
Location: Boston, MA Remote: Open (and have completed several successful projects remotely) Willing to Relocate: Unlikely, but may for the right opportunity Technology: SQL Server and other relational databases, SQL, database development, d
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by MrFoof 7y ago
Massachusetts about to do the same, in addition to whatever federal measures. One time payment (to basically every households that signs up), then additional monthly payments to those who qualify, for as long they feel it needs to happen.
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by MrFoof 7y ago
Same boat, except for multiple weeks I was “offer pending” after playing hardball to get market rate (as others have mentioned, market really wanted seniors only if they were cheap). Now everyone’s on hold. I last tied up a contract nearl
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by MrFoof 7y ago
The classic one often talked about in business schools is Robert Taylor buying up all liquid soap pump capacity in the US when he launched, "Softsoap" to head off other companies muscling him off the shelves through superior marke
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by MrFoof 7y ago
In the Boston area, Harvard, MIT, Boston University, all five UMASS campuses (including Boston and Lowell), Tufts University, Suffolk University, Emerson College, Northeastern and Olin have all moved to online classes. Plus Amherst College
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by MrFoof 7y ago
This is no different than most of the existing, "voiture sans permis" available in France, that have been allowed since 1947. Except this actually seems a ton safer than most existing, "voiture sans permis" that I&#x2
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by MrFoof 7y ago
Gates was arrested in his 911, back when Microsoft was still out of New Mexico. As for Gates buying a Taycan, I'm pretty sure he's the most important customer of Porsche of Bellevue. Not just because he's Bill Gates, but t
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by MrFoof 7y ago
> And with insulin specifically, there is another problem: diabetics won't take the generic insulin that has been off-patent for years now. A huge reason I found is your doctor won't ever recommend it . Most diabetics may ve
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by MrFoof 7y ago
>E.g. a quick search finds claims [2] that average US households are paying $250 in gas per month (-> 3k per year). Here are un-avaoidable things you are overlooking, at least for passenger vehicles people own/lease: * Depreciati
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by MrFoof 7y ago
I believe Norway fundamentally does exactly this. From recollection, in Norway you are taxed on the following items at time of purchase: * A CO2 tax (banded by emissions) * An NOx tax (banded by emissions) * A weight tax * A scrappage fee
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by MrFoof 7y ago
>I assume they're probably getting some kickback or something from the arrangement of restricting the 401k/HSA member's funds to high fee investments. "Liz Cannon, who heads the Indian River chapter of the Florida Edu
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by MrFoof 7y ago
Replying purely for reinforcement of the parent. This is not just common, but the norm in most organizations. I think the only time in the past 12 years (working with probably 20 organizations) where this didn't occur is the one eng
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by MrFoof 7y ago
It really reinforces why they're commonly referred to as, "killer whales". That's just not a fight nearly anything on earth wants to get into.
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by MrFoof 7y ago
Location: Boston, MA Remote: Open (and have completed several successful projects remotely) Willing to Relocate: Unlikely, but may for the right opportunity Technology: SQL Server and other relational databases, SQL, ETL, database performa
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by MrFoof 7y ago
Can verify that it's possible. Recently (past 30 days) did an upgrade to 7 with a standalone license.
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by MrFoof 7y ago
Very much agree with the parent. If you want a better idea on how you can cram everything into 40KB — using every trick in the book, including ones not considered 30+ years ago — take a look at a how a recently released NES game (Micro Mage
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by MrFoof 7y ago
For those truly wanting to do the due diligence, GoodCarBadCar does maintain a ton of sales data -- even down to by model, by month -- for the US and Canada http://www.goodcarbadcar.net/us-vehicle-sales-figures-by-mod...
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by MrFoof 7y ago
The thing is, there is something about very high end sports cars -- and especially supercars -- that isn't present in most cars: the physicality of it all . Let's forget about "luxury" gizmos and gewgaws, which trickle
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by MrFoof 7y ago
You don't have to, but most people do. I supplied my own modem. I see no fee. I haven't had TV service since 2007. I have Comcast and my bill is $60/mo (total) for 250Mbps down, 10Mbps up (and get that reliably). When it&#
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An Extremely Detailed Look at the Porsche Taycan's Engineering(jalopnik.com)
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The reason for this is Porsche's 0-60/0-62 times are intended to be reproduced in less than ideal conditions, and with great repeat-ability For example, 105F/40C air temps on a concrete surface (low-friction) with some amount
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by MrFoof 7y ago
I think the reticence most people have with initially engaging with a lawyer is they're not only not free, but initially not cheap on account of the retainer fee. Yes, you'll get anything not used back, but the last time I needed
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by MrFoof 8y ago
I’ve sold them. The main issue is when you look at the extra profit, the extra labor doesn’t really put you ahead. You also get a very different kind of buyer (skews faaaar younger) that honestly, is just insufferable to deal with. There’
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by MrFoof 8y ago
I can repaint entire panels, and blend it well enough to be indistinguishable — though ultimately I’ll end up leveling the clearcoat on the entire vehicle, which is a ton of work to do right. The problem is to hit my standard of quality i
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by MrFoof 8y ago
For most people the only drawback will be cost, and storage space when it’s disassembled.
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by MrFoof 8y ago
It would be impossible to hit my target level of quality live, without heavy investment in the environment, lightning, video equipment, and honestly the help of someone when filming. If I can't hit my own targets, I just don't do
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by MrFoof 8y ago
Bread and butter is the Lexus RX, Acura MDX, Honda CR-V and Toyota Highlander. There is zero issue putting them out the door, because the demand is insane. I've also started with Toyota Priuses because there's high-demand, most
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by MrFoof 8y ago
Not really, except out of necessity. Mechanics aren't, cheap, and where I am, really not cheap. Cars are just giant metal Lego. As for paint matching, I don't. If I car needs any significant paint work, I'm not interested i
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by MrFoof 8y ago
I think the unfortunate reality of ChrisFix is to make videos at that level of quality... takes real time and effort -- plus a vehicle that merits actual work he's not done a video on yet. Hence he only puts out one or two a month, bu
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by MrFoof 8y ago
1. Mostly Craigslist, with a bit of AutoTrader. The reality is AutoTrader is swamped with dealer listings and sponsor listings that I don't feel I'm receiving any additional value for their listing fees. 2. Repairs and preventati

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