My not-a-professional website
My name’s Chris Taylor. I’m a software engineer and a constituent in your district. I grew up in California and got a computer engineering degree from UCSB (the one by the beach). I’ve worked on defense robotics, drones, and other high-stakes industrial systems (trains, forklift trucks), with experience in cybersecurity and AI.
At my previous job, we all used Windows. At first I insisted on doing everything in Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) or Linux-based Docker containers, but eventually I gave in and went native.
I made a song. Listen here: Team Cowpeople.mp3 https://youtu.be/yDtzi8YCt4E The title comes from this (very) short story: Long before the events of Dissent Module Eva, Mick, and Julian looked over Talia’s shoulder at the website up on her laptop. Emblazoned on the top in a patriotic blend of red, white, and blue it said: American Modern Warrior Challenge - Sponsored by DoD Junior Robotics…
December 24th Near Kennedy Space Center, Florida
Some people are convinced that Meta is eavesdropping on them through the Facebook app.
Suppose you get an assignment in writing. Make sure all the sweep equipment is ready next week. It makes no sense. What do you do next? Do it anyway, to the best of your interpretation, then show them the results. Ask for clarification with a followup email. DM or text them. Call them. Meet with them face-to-face. Early in my career, I probably would have gone with options 1-3. Yes, I’ve actually…
