[moose44]

Does anyone have any tips for moving to the valley at a young age?

I'm very young, not from the US and looking to move to the valley to be around more ambitious people.

Any tips or things I should know? Neighbourhoods to consider? Areas to be in? What to avoid? How to meet people? Hidden gems?

[troebr]

Maybe your question is worth its own thread. Your biggest hurdle will be immigrating to the US. As far as I know the best way to manage that would be to finish your studies in the US. If you're from Canada I believe getting a visa is easier. Many cities/countries have good startup cultures nowadays, and SV is no longer the only option to get started!

[moose44]

Thank you for this. I appreciate your input. I started a thread [https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=39205494].

I am from Canada and do have US family.

[dron57]

If you're from Canada your best bet is to get an engineering degree and to land a job with a startup. Look into the TN Visa for Canadians. There are no limits on application numbers and they're very easy to get (if you have a qualifying degree).

[moose44]

Will do. Thank you very much!

[wojtczyk]

Just go to the coffee shops and meet people :)

[moose44]

Thank you!