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by JumpCrisscross 967 days ago
> Is there value in moving there for an individual who’s an employed swe, but trying to break into AI?

Yes. If you’ve never experienced the value of an industrial cluster, it’s exhilarating. You still have to hustle. But the payoff on a single day well executed is exponential; meetings beget introductions and actions are decided on handshakes.
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Hel5inki 967 days ago
So if I move there I should maximize meetups? How does one filter meetups? I only ask because I do see a large quantity of meetups, but having never been there before I’m not sure what to expect, and I’m considering a short term (30-60 days) trip to determine if moving there is a good idea for my career or if I should just stick to remote work in the midwest
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JumpCrisscross 967 days ago
> should maximize meetups? How does one filter meetups?

Yes. And don't. Also, aggressively reach out to arrange bilateral meetings and ask friends for introductions. When you're at a bar, engage with those around you. (Genuinely, I might add. There are a lot of smart, interesting people in San Francisco. Also douchebags. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯)

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