Demographics - Middle Eastern, male, middle class, uncompetitive hs that sent many kids to BU this yr
Academics - Biomedical Engineering 100.8 GPA top 2% of class 1480 SAT (800 math) 12 APS by senior yr (5 APWH, 5 AP Mech, 5 AP Calc BC, 4 AP Lit, 4 APUSH)
Extracurriculars - 1. (11,12; 13 hrs) Research @ T20 Hospital - Made a device in the med field (don’t want to disclose); tested by 40 patients; wrote & published a paper on it

1. (10,11,12; 5 hrs) T5 Non-Profit Event Director - Administer interactions between people & 30,000 volunteers in 60 countries; launched 6 events with 200+ global attendees
   
2. (11,12; 6 hrs) Research Coordinator @ Blood Center - Created a clinical survey & clinical trial [can’t disclose other information on what it was for but it was on biology/diseases]
   
3. (9, 10,11,12; 5 hrs) School Production - Led the script production for school’s junior play; 1000+ people viewed the show + $3000+ in sales; manage 80+ students & the seniors progress
   
4. (11 summer; 12 hrs) Non-Prestigious Summer Program
   
5. (11,12; 3 hrs) Non-Profit Events Coordinator - Hosted fundraisers with companies; generated $10,000 for marginalized youth; curated events/competitions with 100+ participants
   
6. (9, 10, 11,12; 4 hrs) Tutoring Sister
   
7. (9,10,11,12; 3 hrs) Culture Club VP - Organize school & local events to connect 200+ teens; attended 3+ youth leadership conferences
   
8. (11 summer, 12; 20 hrs) Local Ice Cream Shop Employee
   
9. (9; 12 hrs) Dance - Received a dance scholarship for 3 years at ___; starred in “___” to an audience of 750; danced 6 styles for 6 years
   

Awards (Terrible) - 1. Event Attendee State Level (chosen by school) 2. AP Scholar w/ Distinction 3. Human Participant Verified 4. Blackbelt in TKD 5. Scholarship @ Dance Company
Schools (Reaches) •Dartmouth •Cornell •Yale •BU (ED) •UMich (EA OOS) •UNC Chapel Hill (EA OOS) •UVA (EA OOS)

Hi all I recently completed giving my GMAT FE first attempt and scored 665 (V81,Q86 , DI 82) When I had given my first mock I had scored a 475 and was quite disappointed , especially with my Quant score but then decided to power through it and realised I probably needed some mentoring / coaching / test preparation course
I realised while I wanted to be done with the exam quickly, I also had to invest a certain amount of time in order to make right decisions for myself and to address the gaps. I’m outlining my entire journey here and I hope it can help someone else in their prep as well.
Firstly I took a couple of trials of different courses available to see what fits best for me and I actually found the second company that I tried checked all the boxes I was looking for. They had a self paced course , a good question bank and plenty of mocks to practice and I really found their content very helpful and detailed.
For verbal , I realised through both the course and practice that, what was integral for me was to be able to visualise the argument in case of CR and the passage in case of RC. When I started immersing myself in the scenario and imagining what would happen, it became easier to understand what was the assumption or what could explain a paradox or strengthen a scenario. This is especially important for Hard / Medium- Hard questions because it feels like the answer choices are very close and a lot of times we are able to narrow down to last two answer choices but still not get the correct one. In the beginning i wasn’t too concerned with the time , I was more worried about understanding the logic and getting my answer correct and sometimes it took me lot longer to solve the question but ultimately i think that’s what helped me get the accuracy as well. Once I was comfortable with the visualisation, it became second nature and naturally the speed also improved .
Coming to quant, I am from a tech background so it wasn’t the concepts that were a challenge or even the actual problem solving. Common faltering point for me was missing to read what the GMAT question language was actually asking. I would miss on Must be True / Could be True , if there was a hidden constraint saying the given number is a positive integer and I would take 0 also in the solution… common things like that and once I started paying attention to the question language and not be in a rush to solve , it greatly made a difference in accuracy. Maintaining an error log helped me greatly here.
Lastly Data Insights , this was the most dreaded section for me but I think once I was done mastering verbal and quant , DI is actually pretty easy , because the level of difficulty for the math part is much easier and same goes for non math question also. I would say that the calculator is tempting and initially I was using it very often to solve but this was leading to me spending 7-8 minutes on a question sometimes. I realised that the GMAT isn’t testing calculations so I need to be vary of using calculator , instead most questions test your inference skill , so I tried to formulate an approach and infer what I could from the data given. This helped me solve the question correctly in the prescribed amount of time. Paying attention to the data and the question stem and drawing inferences from data helps a lot before just jumping into solving.
I attempted 3 mocks in the 10 days before giving my final exam and my scores were as follows Mock 1 : 615 ( prep company ) Mock 2: 565 ( prep company ) Mock 3: 605 ( official mock 2)
With the mock scores it did not seem very likely that I would be able to get 90 percentile but here are my three biggest learning’s which I think is crucial for anyone going to give the exam and wants to see an improvement from mock scores

1. Make an error log and use that to see patterns. I was extremely detailed while making my error log and I used that to derive a check list of things where i commonly falter and which I should revise day before the exam
   
2. There is no point in revising till the last moment or doing questions till the last day. It is more important that you are able to get rest and go with a calm peaceful mind so you can process information while giving exam. A lot of people giving the exam are out of the student phase and it has been years since you sat and gave an exam for 3 hours , so go with a well rested mind and body.
   
3. Work on building mental resilience and strategy to attempt the paper through your mocks. Start with strongest section first so you feel comfortable while giving the paper. Take it one question at a time , one section at a time. I had started with verbal but I was unable to complete it due to nerves, and normally that would send me into panic and jitters but I learnt through my mocks to stay focused and calm and just put all my attention to next section , this helped me finish both DI and Quant with a couple of extra minutes to spare.
   

My entire journey took me around 5 months and it was filled with ups and downs. With a full work schedule and household responsibilities to manage , it does feel overwhelming at times. Especially when your mock scores doesn’t improve , it is very easy to get discouraged but I kept reminding myself why I was doing it. The day of the exam , I just went with the mindset that this score will tell me where all I need to put more effort in and I wasn’t focused on getting a score , rather my focus was on solving the question to the best of my ability. I think this change in my mentality also contributed to my score and I would recommend the same to anyone who is attempting the exam.
To anyone who read till the end of the, thanks a lot and I hope you were able to gain some helpful insight.
Good luck to anyone who’s giving the paper. I know it’s hard , but you can do it 😊

Hi All,
I have been given an opportunity of a potential payout to leave my existing job (which would be sufificient to support me if i didn't find a job for 2+ years).
On paper i am fairly qualified - being a qualified accountant (10+ years) with a masters degree and an MBA.
However, from an experience perspective it's basically one company (large ftse 100 company - in which i have been there for 15 years) that i have worked from a junior member to a senior leader. I slightly worry that i am missing essentialy experience from workign at a range of companies. However, when i review all senior FP&A job specs online i appear to be doing pritty much all of what is quoted (missing some ERP system stuff).
I like my job, i like the company, but there is relatively new leadership which comes with risk. Though have often thought i am limiting myself too much to one single industry (which is relative niche).
What would you do if you were in my shoes?

(Sorry about the intentional vagueness, just trying to get advice while not throwing anyone under the bus)
I work on a research project at a major agency and started working as part of a collaboration with someone at a different office location in another state under the same agency last year. They already had a collaboration going on concerning non-mission critical work and approached me about joining because I had done work in this field in the past. They are known for being kind of being a jerk but I said yes because their other collaborators are well-respected and it seemed like a good opportunity to stay working in the field.
However, due to time constraints on what my management considers more critical work (and it is, it aligns more with some policy-related things) I'm finding it hard to continue collaborating on this other work. On top of this, the contractor who was doing most of the lab work for me is moving on so it would be up to me to do the lab work myself, which I do not have time to do. Realistically, I could do it, but it would put such a strain on me that my work would be extremely stressful for the next year and possibly impact the quality of my other more important work.
Normally I would send an email saying "Sorry, unfortunately due to other time constraints I cannot work on this any longer." but this collaborator has built up in his head that I "promised" him additional data and has built this fantasy of these additional analyses that he believes I owe him. He likes to assume a lot of things. In our last meeting, because my lab didn't have a certain dataset for a meeting he had setup he said he was "disappointed", which really made me personally mad. I don't feel like he has the right to be disappointed when I have been clear about the time pressure I am under.
There hasn't been any sort of written documentation outlining this work (like an MOU or etc.) and he doesn't pay for me to do any of this work so there's really nothing on paper binding me to this. He only provided some lab supplies, which amount to around $500, which I can ship back at any time. I've really just kept in this collaboration as a chance to get on additional publications (which I don't really need but it does help for future promotion packages) and probably a personal feeling of not wanting to fail people.
On top of all this, I've noticed that he speaks very disrespectfully to his other collaborators and comes off as very manipulative. I get a bad feeling that collaborating with this person further will be bad for my career. I would really like to stop working with him but am struggling with a graceful way to do this. I'm thinking about saying that I'm leaving the project at the end of the summer to give him some time to find someone else to continue this work.
Reading the above back to myself , I think I know what the answer is but I would really like additional advice and support on help resolving this.

TradingView.com.com is a popular online platform that provides a comprehensive suite of tools and resources for traders, investors, and analysts to analyze and trade financial markets. In this chapter, we will provide an overview of TradingView.com, its features, and its benefits, setting the stage for a deeper dive into the platform's capabilities in subsequent chapters.

What is TradingView.com?

TradingView.com is a cloud-based platform that enables users to analyze and trade financial markets, including stocks, forex, futures, and cryptocurrencies. Founded in 2011, TradingView.com has grown to become one of the largest and most popular trading communities in the world, with over 10 million registered users.

Key Features of TradingView.com

TradingView.com offers a wide range of features that make it an attractive platform for traders and analysts. Some of the key features include:
1. Charting and Technical Analysis: TradingView.com provides a powerful charting platform that allows users to create custom charts with various indicators, drawing tools, and annotations. Users can also access a vast library of pre-built indicators and templates.
2. Backtesting and Paper Trading: TradingView.com allows users to backtest and paper trade their strategies using historical data, enabling them to refine their trading ideas and test their performance.
3. Community and Social Trading: TradingView.com has a large and active community of users who share their ideas, strategies, and insights. Users can follow other traders, participate in discussions, and share their own ideas and insights.
4. Alerts and Notifications: TradingView.com provides a robust alert system that allows users to set custom alerts based on market conditions, technical indicators, and other criteria.
5. Data Feeds: TradingView.com offers a range of data feeds, including real-time and historical data, for various markets and instruments.
6. Scripting and Automation: TradingView.com's PineScript language allows users to create custom indicators, strategies, and automated trading systems.
7. Mobile Apps: TradingView.com offers mobile apps for iOS and Android devices, enabling users to access the platform on-the-go.

Benefits of Using TradingView.com

TradingView.com offers several benefits to its users, including:
1. Improved Trading Decisions: TradingView.com's charting and analysis tools enable users to make more informed trading decisions.
2. Access to a Large Community: TradingView.com's community provides users with access to a vast network of traders, analysts, and experts.
3. Customization and Automation: TradingView.com's scripting and automation capabilities allow users to create custom strategies and automate their trading.
4. Real-time Data and Alerts: TradingView.com's real-time data and alert system enable users to stay up-to-date with market movements and react quickly to market changes.
5. Cost-Effective: TradingView.com offers a range of pricing plans, including a free version, making it an accessible platform for traders and analysts.

Conclusion

In this chapter, we have provided an overview of TradingView.com, its features, and its benefits. TradingView.com is a powerful platform that offers a range of tools and resources for traders, analysts, and investors. Whether you are a seasoned trader or just starting out, TradingView.com provides a comprehensive suite of tools to help you analyze and trade financial markets. In the next chapter, we will delve deeper into the charting and technical analysis capabilities of TradingView.com.

Chapter 2: Creating an Account and Setting Up Your Profile

As a new user, creating an account and setting up your profile is the first step in exploring the world of [Platform/Service]. In this chapter, we will guide you through a step-by-step process to create an account and set up your profile, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience.

Section 1: Creating an Account

To create an account, follow these steps:
1. Visit the Sign-up Page: Go to the [Platform/Service] website and click on the "Sign Up" or "Create an Account" button. This will take you to the sign-up page.
2. Enter Your Email Address: Enter a valid email address to serve as your login credentials. Make sure to use a unique and memorable email address, as it will be used to reset your password if needed.
3. Choose a Username: Choose a unique and memorable username that will be used to identify you on the platform. This can be your real name, a nickname, or a combination of letters and numbers.
4. Create a Password: Create a strong and unique password for your account. A strong password should be at least 8 characters long and include a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
5. Confirm Your Password: Re-enter your password to confirm it. This ensures that you have entered the correct password.
6. Verify Your Account: Click on the "Create Account" button to create your account. You will receive an email verification link to verify your email address.

Section 2: Setting Up Your Profile

Once you have created your account, it's time to set up your profile. Follow these steps:
1. Fill Out Your Profile Information: Fill out your profile information, including your name, birthday, and location. This information will be used to personalize your experience and connect with other users.
2. Add a Profile Picture: Upload a profile picture that represents you. This can be a photo of yourself, a logo, or an avatar.
3. Add a Bio: Write a brief bio that describes yourself, your interests, or your expertise. This will help others get to know you better and find common ground.
4. Customize Your Profile Settings: Customize your profile settings to control what information is visible to others and what notifications you receive.
5. Connect with Others: Start connecting with other users by sending friend requests or joining groups related to your interests.

Tips and Best Practices

· Use a strong and unique password for your account.
· Keep your profile information up-to-date and accurate.
· Be cautious when sharing personal information or connecting with strangers.
· Use the platform's built-in features to block or report suspicious or inappropriate behavior.
· Respect other users' privacy and boundaries.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully created an account and set up your profile. You are now ready to explore the world of [Platform/Service] and start connecting with others. Remember to keep your account information secure, be respectful of others, and have fun exploring the platform. In the next chapter, we will dive deeper into the features and functionality of [Platform/Service].

Chapter 3: Navigating the TradingView.com

Interface

As a trader or investor, it's essential to understand the TradingView.com interface to get the most out of this powerful platform. In this chapter, we'll take a comprehensive tour of the TradingView.com interface and its various components. By the end of this chapter, you'll be well-versed in navigating the platform and ready to start exploring its features.

Section 1: The TradingView.com

Dashboard

The TradingView.com dashboard is the main hub of the platform, providing an overview of your account, market data, and other essential features. Let's break down the key components of the dashboard:
1. Header Bar: The header bar at the top of the screen displays your username, account balance, and other account information.
2. Navigation Menu: The navigation menu allows you to access various sections of the platform, including your watchlists, charts, and settings.
3. Market Data: The market data section provides real-time quotes for various assets, including stocks, forex, and cryptocurrencies.
4. Alerts: The alerts section allows you to set custom alerts for specific market conditions, such as price movements or news events.
5. Watchlists: The watchlists section enables you to create and manage custom lists of symbols, making it easy to track your favorite assets.

Section 2: Charting and Analysis

TradingView.com is renowned for its powerful charting capabilities, allowing you to create custom charts with various indicators, studies, and drawing tools. Let's explore the key features of the charting interface:
1. Chart Types: TradingView.com offers a range of chart types, including line charts, candlestick charts, and Renko charts.
2. Indicators: The platform comes with a vast library of built-in indicators, including moving averages, RSI, and Bollinger Bands.
3. Drawing Tools: The drawing tools allow you to annotate your charts with lines, shapes, and text.
4. Studies: Studies are custom indicators created by the TradingView.com community, offering a wide range of trading strategies and techniques.
5. PineScript: PineScript is a programming language used to create custom indicators and strategies.

Section 3: Community and Social Trading

TradingView.com is more than just a trading platform – it's a community-driven platform where traders and investors share ideas, strategies, and insights. Let's explore the community features:
1. PineCoders: PineCoders is a community of developers who create custom indicators and strategies using PineScript.
2. TradingView.com Blog: The TradingView.com blog features articles, analysis, and insights from experienced traders and investors.
3. TradingView.com Forum: The forum is a hub for discussion, debate, and learning, where traders and investors share their experiences and ask questions.
4. Watchlists: Watchlists allow you to share your favorite symbols with others, making it easy to collaborate and learn from each other.
5. PineScript Challenges: PineScript challenges are community-driven initiatives where developers create custom indicators and strategies, and the community votes on the best submissions.

Section 4: Customization and Settings

As you become more comfortable with the TradingView.com interface, you'll want to customize your experience to suit your needs. Let's explore the customization options:
1. Theme: TradingView.com offers a range of themes, allowing you to personalize the look and feel of the platform.
2. Layout: The layout options enable you to customize the arrangement of the platform's components, such as the chart, indicators, and alerts.
3. Notifications: The notification settings allow you to customize the types of notifications you receive, including market data updates and alert notifications.
4. Security: The security settings enable you to set up two-factor authentication, password recovery, and other security measures to protect your account.

Conclusion

Navigating the TradingView.com interface is an essential step in unlocking the full potential of this powerful platform. By understanding the various components of the dashboard, charting and analysis tools, community features, and customization options, you'll be well-equipped to start exploring the platform and developing your trading skills. In the next chapter, we'll dive deeper into the world of PineScript, exploring the programming language and its applications in trading and investing.

Chapter 4: Understanding Charts and Time Frames

In this chapter, we will delve into the world of charts and time frames, a fundamental concept in technical analysis. We will explore the different types of charts, time frames, and how to use them effectively on TradingView.com. By the end of this chapter, you will have a solid understanding of how to use charts and time frames to analyze and trade the markets.

What are Charts and Time Frames?

Charts and time frames are the foundation of technical analysis. A chart is a graphical representation of a security's price action over a specific period. Time frames, on the other hand, refer to the duration of the data displayed on the chart. In other words, time frames determine how much data is displayed on the chart and how often the data is updated.

Types of Charts

There are several types of charts, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. The most common types of charts are:
1. Line Chart: A line chart connects the closing prices of a security over a specific period, creating a continuous line. This chart is useful for identifying trends and patterns.
2. Candlestick Chart: A candlestick chart displays the high, low, open, and close prices of a security over a specific period. Each candle represents a specific time period, and the color of the candle indicates whether the price closed higher or lower than the previous day's close.
3. Bar Chart: A bar chart is similar to a candlestick chart but does not display the open and close prices. Instead, it shows the high and low prices, as well as the open and close prices.
4. Renko Chart: A Renko chart is a type of chart that uses a unique algorithm to create a chart that is not based on time. Instead, it uses price movements to create a chart that is more focused on the price action.

Time Frames

Time frames determine the duration of the data displayed on the chart. Common time frames include:
1. 1-minute: A 1-minute chart displays the price action over a 1-minute period.
2. 5-minute: A 5-minute chart displays the price action over a 5-minute period.
3. 15-minute A 15-minute chart displays the price action over a 15-minute period.
4. 30-minute: A 30-minute chart displays the price action over a 30-minute period.
5. 1-hour: A 1-hour chart displays the price action over a 1-hour period.
6. 4-hour: A 4-hour chart displays the price action over a 4-hour period.
7. Daily: A daily chart displays the price action over a 1-day period.
8. Weekly: A weekly chart displays the price action over a 1-week period.
9. Monthly: A monthly chart displays the price action over a 1-month period.

Using Charts and Time Frames on TradingView.com

TradingView.com is a popular platform for charting and analyzing financial markets. Here's how to use charts and time frames on TradingView.com:
1. Creating a Chart: To create a chart on TradingView.com, go to the "Charts" tab and select the security you want to chart. Choose the chart type and time frame you want to use.
2. Customizing the Chart: Once you have created a chart, you can customize it by adding indicators, drawing tools, and other features.
3. Switching Time Frames: To switch time frames on TradingView.com, click on the "Time Frame" dropdown menu and select the desired time frame.
4. Zooming In and Out: To zoom in and out of a chart on TradingView.com, use the mouse wheel or the "Zoom" button.

Conclusion

In this chapter, we have covered the basics of charts and time frames, including the different types of charts and time frames. We have also explored how to use charts and time frames on TradingView.com. By mastering charts and time frames, you will be able to analyze and trade the markets more effectively. In the next chapter, we will explore the importance of indicators and how to use them to make informed trading decisions.

Chapter 5: Technical Indicators and Studies

In this chapter, we will delve into the world of technical indicators and studies available on TradingView.com. As a trader, it is essential to understand the various indicators and studies that can be used to analyze and predict market movements. This chapter will provide an overview of the different types of technical indicators and studies available on TradingView.com, their uses, and how to apply them in your trading strategy.

What are Technical Indicators and Studies?

Technical indicators and studies are mathematical calculations based on historical price data that help traders identify trends, patterns, and potential trading opportunities. These indicators and studies can be used to analyze and predict market movements, making it easier to make informed trading decisions.

Types of Technical Indicators and Studies

There are numerous types of technical indicators and studies available on TradingView.com, including:
1. Trend Indicators: These indicators help identify trends and potential trading opportunities. Examples include the Moving Average, Relative Strength Index (RSI), and Bollinger Bands.
2. Momentum Indicators: These indicators measure the rate of change of an asset's price over a given period. Examples include the RSI, Stochastic Oscillator, and Momentum Indicator.
3. Volatility Indicators: These indicators measure the degree of price movement or volatility. Examples include the Average True Range (ATR) and Bollinger Bands.
4. Pattern Recognition Indicators: These indicators help identify specific chart patterns, such as head and shoulders or triangles. Examples include the Ichimoku Cloud and the Keltner Channel.
5. Statistical Indicators: These indicators use statistical methods to analyze market data. Examples include the Exponential Moving Average (EMA) and the Simple Moving Average (SMA).

Popular Technical Indicators and Studies on TradingView.com

Some of the most popular technical indicators and studies available on TradingView.com include:
1. Moving Average: A simple moving average calculates the average price of an asset over a given period.
2. Relative Strength Index (RSI): The RSI measures the magnitude of recent price changes to determine overbought or oversold conditions.
3. Bollinger Bands: Bollinger Bands consist of a moving average and two standard deviations plotted above and below the average.
4. Stochastic Oscillator: The stochastic oscillator compares the closing price of an asset to its price range over a given period.
5. Ichimoku Cloud: The Ichimoku Cloud is a comprehensive technical analysis system that inclues multiple indicators, including the Tenkan-sen, Kijun-sen, and Senkou Span.
6. Keltner Channel: The Keltner Channel is a volatility-based indicator that plots two lines above and below a moving average.
7. Average True Range (ATR): The ATR measures the average true range of an asset over a given period.
8. Exponential Moving Average (EMA): The EMA is a type of moving average that gives more weight to recent price data.
9. Simple Moving Average (SMA): The SMA is a type of moving average that calculates the average price of an asset over a given period.
10. Stochastic Momentum Index (SMI): The SMI is a momentum indicator that measures the rate of change of an aset's price over a given period.

How to Use Technical Indicators and Studies

To get the most out of technical indicators and studies, it is essential to understand how to use them effectively. Here are some tips:
1. Combine Indicators: Combining multiple indicators can help confirm trading signals and reduce false positives.
2. Use Multiple Time Frames: Analyzing multiple time frames can help identify trends and patterns that may not be visible on a single time frame.
3. Adjust Parameters: Adjusting the parameters of an indicator can help tailor it to your specific trading strategy.
4. Use Indicators in Conjunction with Fundamental Analysis: Combining technical indicators with fundamental analysis can help provide a more comprehensive view of the market.
5. Backtest Indicators: Backtesting indicators can help evaluate their performance and identify potential biases.

Conclusion

Technical indicators and studies are powerful tools that can help traders analyze and predict market movements. By understanding the different types of indicators and studies available on TradingView.com, traders can develop a comprehensive trading strategy that incorporates multiple indicators and studies. Remember to combine indicators, use multiple time frames, adjust parameters, and backtest indicators to get the most out of technical indicators and studies.

Chapter 6: Creating and Customizing Charts

As a trader, having the right tools and information is crucial for making informed decisions. Charts are an essential component of any trading strategy, providing valuable insights into market trends and patterns. In this chapter, we will explore the process of creating and customizing charts on TradingView.com, a popular platform for traders and analysts.

Creating a Chart on TradingView.com

Creating a chart on TradingView.com is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few steps.
1. Log in to Your TradingView.com Account: Start by logging in to your TradingView.com account. If you don't have an account, you can create one by signing up on the TradingView.com website.
2. Select the Symbol: Once logged in, navigate to the "Symbols" tab and select the symbol you want to chart. You can search for symbols by typing in the symbol name or by using the "Search" function.
3. Create a New Chart: Click on the "Create a New Chart" button to create a new chart. You can also create a new chart by clicking on the "New Chart" button in the top-right corner of the TradingView.com window.
4. Select the Chart Type: Choose the type of chart you want to create. TradingView.com offers a variety of chart types, including line charts, candlestick charts, and more.
5. Customize the Chart Settings: Customize the chart settings to suit your needs. You can adjust the chart size, grid lines, and other settings to create a chart that meets your requirements.

Customizing Charts on TradingView.com

Customizing charts on TradingView.com is an essential step in creating a chart that meets your specific needs. Here are some tips for customizing your charts:
1. Add Indicators: Add indicators to your chart to gain insights into market trends and patterns. TradingView.com offers a wide range of indicators, including moving averages, RSI, and more.
2. Add Drawings: Add drawings to your chart to highlight specific patterns or trends. You can add lines, shapes, and other drawings to your chart to create a visual representation of your analysis.
3. Add Alerts: Set up alerts on your chart to notify you of specific market events or price movements. You can set up alerts based on price movements, volume, and other market indicators.
4. Customize the Chart Grid: Customize the chart grid to suit your needs. You can adjust the grid lines, grid spacing, and other settings to create a chart that meets your requirements.
5. Save and Share Your Chart: Save and share your chart with others. You can save your chart as a template or share it with other traders and analysts.

Advanced Chart Customization

In addition to the basic customization options, TradingView.com offers advanced customization options that allow you to create complex charts and indicators. Here are some tips for advanced chart customization:
1. Create Custom Indicators: Create custom indicators using the TradingView.com PineScript programming language. You can create custom indicators that meet your specific needs.
2. Use Custom Drawings: Use custom drawings to create complex patterns and shapes on your chart. You can create custom drawings using the TradingView.com drawing tools.
3. Customize the Chart Layout: Customize the chart layout to suit your needs. You can adjust the chart size, grid lines, and other settings to create a chart that meets your requirements.
4. Use Advanced Chart Settings: Use advanced chart settings to customize your chart further. You can adjust the chart settings to suit your specific needs.

Conclusion

Creating and customizing charts on TradingView.com is a powerful way to gain insights into market trends and patterns. By following the steps outlined in this chapter, you can create complex charts and indicators that meet your specific needs. Whether you're a seasoned trader or a beginner, TradingView.com offers a range of tools and features that can help you create charts that meet your specific needs.
Chapter 7:

Introduction to Trading Strategies

As a trader, having a solid understanding of various trading strategies is crucial for making informed decisions and maximizing profits. In this chapter, we will explore popular trading strategies, their underlying principles, and how to implement them on TradingView.com. By the end of this chapter, you will have a comprehensive understanding of various trading strategies and how to apply them using TradingView.com's powerful platform.

Introduction to Trading Strategies

Trading strategies are pre-defined rules or methods used to make trading decisions. These strategies are designed to help traders navigate the markets, identify profitable opportunities, and minimize losses. Trading strategies can be categorized into several types, including:
· Trend following strategies: These strategies aim to identify and ride the trend, whether it's an uptrend or a downtrend.
· Range trading strategies: These strategies focus on identifying and trading within a specific price range.
· Mean reversion strategies: These strategies rely on the idea that prices will revert to their historical means.
· Statistical arbitrage strategies: These strategies involve identifying mispricings in the market and exploiting them.

Popular Trading Strategies

2.1 Trend Following Strategies
Trend following strategies are designed to identify and ride the trend. These strategies involve identifying the direction of the market and trading in that direction. Some popular trend following strategies include:
· Moving Average Crossover (MAC): This strategy involves identifying the crossover of two moving averages to determine the direction of the trend.
· Relative Strength Index (RSI): This strategy involves identifying overbought or oversold conditions using the RSI indicator.
· Bollinger Bands: This strategy involves identifying breakouts above or below the bands to determine the direction of the trend.
2.2 Range Trading Strategies
Range trading strategies focus on identifying and trading within a specific price range. These strategies involve identifying support and resistance levels and trading within the range. Some popular range trading strategies include:
· Support and Resistance Trading: This strategy involves identifying key support and resistance levels and trading within the range.
· Channel Trading: This strategy involves identifying and trading within a specific price channel.
2.3 Mean Reversion Strategies
Mean reversion strategies rely on the idea that prices will revert to their historical means. These strategies involve identifying overbought or oversold conditions and trading in the opposite direction. Some popular mean reversion strategies include:
· Mean Reversion Trading: This strategy involves identifying overbought or oversold conditions and trading in the opposite direction.
· Statistical Arbitrage: This strategy involves identifying mispricings in the market and exploiting them.
2.4 Statistical Arbitrage Strategies
Statistical arbitrage strategies involve identifying mispricings in the market and exploiting them. These strategies involve analyzing historical data and identifying statistical anomalies. Some popular statistical arbitrage strategies include:
· Statistical Arbitrage: This strategy involves identifying mispricings in the market and exploiting them.
· Event-Driven Trading: This strategy involves identifying and trading on specific events, such as earnings announcements or mergers and acquisitions.

3.

Implementing Trading Strategies on TradingView.com

TradingView.com is a powerful platform that allows traders to implement and backtest various trading strategies. Here are some steps to follow when implementing trading strategies on TradingView.com:
1. Create a new chart: Open a new chart on TradingView.com and select the asset you want to trade.
2. Add indicators: Add the indicators you want to use for your trading strategy. For example, you may want to add a moving average crossover indicator.
3. Set parameters: Set the parameters for your indicators. For example, you may want to set the period for your moving average crossover indicator.
4. Backtest the strategy: Backtest your strategy by running a backtest on TradingView.com. This will allow you to evaluate the performance of your strategy.
5. Refine the strategy: Refine your strategy by adjusting the parameters and testing different scenarios.

Conclusion

In this chapter, we have explored popular trading strategies and how to implement them on TradingView.com. By understanding various trading strategies and how to apply them using TradingView.com, you can make informed trading decisions and maximize your profits. Remember to always backtest and refine your strategies to ensure optimal performance. In the next chapter, we will explore advanced trading strategies and how to use them to improve your trading performance.

Chapter 8:

Backtesting and Evaluating Trading Ideas

As a trader, it's essential to test and refine your trading ideas before implementing them in live markets. Backtesting and evaluating your trading ideas can help you identify potential flaws, optimize your strategy, and increase your chances of success. In this chapter, we'll explore the process of backtesting and evaluating trading ideas using TradingView.com, a popular platform for charting and backtesting trading strategies.

What is Backtesting?

Backtesting is the process of applying a trading strategy to historical market data to evaluate its performance. It allows you to test your trading idea on past data to see how it would have performed in real-time. By backtesting your strategy, you can:
1. Identify potential flaws in your strategy
2. Optimize your strategy for better performance
3. Refine your strategy to improve its accuracy
4. Evaluate the strategy's risk-reward ratio

Why Backtest?

Backtesting is crucial for several reasons:
1. Risk management: Backtesting helps you identify potential risks associated with your trading strategy.
2. Strategy optimization: Backtesting allows you to refine your strategy to improve its performance.
3. Performance evaluation: Backtesting enables you to evaluate the performance of your strategy and make data-driven decisions.
4. Confidence booster: Backtesting gives you confidence in your strategy, reducing the risk of emotional trading decisions.

How to Backtest on TradingView.com

TradingView.com offers a range of tools and features for backtesting trading ideas. Here's a step-by-step guide to get you started:
1. Create a new chart: Open TradingView.com and create a new chart for the asset you want to backtest.
2. Select the data range: Choose the time period for which you want to backtest your strategy. You can select a specific date range or use the default settings.
3. Add the strategy: Click on the "Indicators" tab and add the strategy you want to backtest. You can use built-in indicators or create your own custom indicators.
4. Set the parameters: Configure the strategy's parameters, such as the number of bars to look back, the number of trades to take, and the stop-loss levels.
5. Run the backtest: Click the "Run" button to start the backtest. TradingView.com will apply your strategy to the selected data range and provide performance metrics.
6. Analyze the results: Review the backtest results, including the strategy's profit/loss, drawdown, and other performance metrics.

Evaluating Trading Ideas

Evaluating your trading idea is a crucial step in the backtesting process. Here are some key metrics to consider:
1. Profit/Loss: Calculate the total profit or loss generated by your strategy.
2. Drawdown: Measure the maximum loss experienced by your strategy.
3. Sharpe Ratio: Calculate the Sharpe Ratio to evaluate the strategy's risk-adjusted performance.
4. Sortino Ratio: Use the Sortino Ratio to evaluate the strategy's risk-adjusted performance, focusing on the maximum drawdown.
5. Information Coefficient: Calculate the Information Coefficient to evaluate the strategy's ability to generate profits.

Best Practices for Backtesting

To get the most out of backtesting, follow these best practices:
1. Use a robust data set: Ensure your data is accurate and free from errors.
2. Test multiple scenarios: Test your strategy on different time frames, assets, and market conditions.
3. Monitor performance metrics: Keep track of your strategy's performance metrics and adjust as needed.
4. Refine your strategy: Continuously refine your strategy to improve its performance.
5. Avoid overfitting: Be cautious of overfitting, where your strategy performs well on the training data but poorly on new data.

Conclusion

Backtesting and evaluating trading ideas is a crucial step in the trading process. By using TradingView.com and following best practices, you can refine your trading strategy, optimize its performance, and increase your chances of success. Remember to evaluate your strategy's performance using relevant metrics and refine it continuously to improve its performance. With practice and patience, you'll develop a robust trading strategy that can withstand the challenges of the markets.

The summer before senior year we were prepping for me going to college and my mom said she'd add me as an authorized user on her Discover card to help me out when they could. Flash forward to the present years later, I don't qualify for the most basic Chase student credit card. Chase will not tell me why lmao fuckem. Doing my own research, and using expedian, I find that, on paper, I'm 15000 in debt to discover. I tell my mother to remove me from her card and she says she can't?? Is there anything I can do to remove myself?

Agar koi senior ke paas class 11 ka aiats 1 ka question paper he with solution toh please DM Karo

this is a continuation from my earlier post .
my objective is to make accessible information in the greater public domain. much of what I am saying is available in public, but obscure or not present in one single place.
Main Idol overview -
the MOOLAVIRAT or DHRUVA beram, the subject of all legends and debates.

• I am biased in my opinion , but it is an idol , the craftsmanship of which is beyond anything I have ever seen. no Louv're museum, greek statues, Rome or even our Own hoyasala sculptures even come close. the details are extremely life-life. this is also why we see rumors like he is soft or sweating etc.

the level of detail is really extraordinary. fingernails, toenails, striations in the skin folds, and attention to detail to every ornament is seen.
all ornaments in front view continue on the back side. full 360 degrees. mostly on the back, are the strings and knots of the ornaments , all integrally in the idol. the hair locks, also have very tiny crevices, looking like real hair, especially in dim lighting.
there is another unique problem that all of this creates - it sounds silly but only people who are worshipping idols in temples would know.
normally, during ritual baths, CUrd ( or yoghurt ) is a key ingredient.
what most people don;t know, is that curd is very very hard to clean up afterwards .
it gets stuck in tiny crevices, and eventually the room starts to smell really bad.
in tirumala, the practice is to NOT use curd, and just stick to milk and various versions of water.
the real reason for that is the exquisite features of the idol. no amount of cleaning is enough to fully bring out all the curd. so a long time back, decisions were taken to stop using it. (again lot of debates on it and lot of controversies jumped out of it)
Curd Iis used now , for all the other smaller idols, where it is easier to clean up later.
Main Idol - dimensions
there are confusing reports about his height ranging from 6 feet to 12 feet. all are false. numbers change based on how he is measured.
he is 8 feet tall, if measured from foot to top of crown. the crown is 20 inches approx. (based on size of the gold crowns made for him..all of them 22 inches to accommodate padding)
the lotus base (Padma -peeta ) is estimated to be 18 inches.
but an idol is always measured with base included. this brings the total to 9 ½ feet , as the pedestal is always counted. but in reality , when we go to the temple today, we are standing standing above the height of his feet, so we would see 8 feet of his majesty .
these are all estimates and could be wrong by a couple of inches.
also, the dimensions of the sanctum sanctorum are 12feet 9 inches x 12 feet 9 inches. square. this is available in public domain. nothin secret about it.
in the Agama, among the GarbhaGrihas, this is the largest sanctioned dimension, only possible for a very tall mula virat.
*(we need to again remember- this extraordinary idol, was exposed to the sun and moon for centuries, surrounded by elephants and lotus ponds and venomous snakes , before a human being even came into the picture. its really hard to imagine him just standing there in the forest with a smile on his face , for a thousand years, before a temple was made out of wood ( yes literally wooden temple - more on that later)
his waist is estimated to be around 24-27 inches (depending upon exactly where you measure it)
his chest is 42 inches ( some serious bodybuilding goals for men - forget the old-NTR like chubby looks)
his arms circumference for the armlets is estimated to be 19 inches.
overall, the appearance of a youthful strong tall man.
now each body part -
feet - the feet are spaced apart at shoulder width. they are extremely well-formed, having even toenails. there are toe-rings on his toes, and then there are 2 varieties of anklets on him. 1 looks more like a feminine Dancer kind of anklet ( I dont know the right word for it) . the second one is more masculine and like a thick strong ring around the ankle.
the lower body cloth (peetambaram or dhoti) outline can be clearly made in the idol, resting near the anklets. its folded into 7 layers as we move upwards to his waist. on the backside, it continues and is neatly tucked into the small of his back. there is one very interesting observation here..... the knot and tucked in-dhoti on the back looks like the hood of a cobra. senior priests say it is symbolic of kundalini.
note: no actual cobra figure appear on the idol. I am only talking about the lower garment folded in such a way. this I have actually seen on other vishnu idols in iconography books on agama. I'll share a pic here of similar feature if I can.
normally, there is no gap in a stone idol , between the feet . rock is there to preserve the stability of the idol. but here there is a hollow, and a garment can be passed under to dress him.
there is also a decorative Vastram draped on this sides, beautifully knotted on both hips. its pleats gently fall down on either side.
as we move up, his two lower limbs are strong and bulky. the calves are particularly bulky, very strong from the backside.
strong massive thighs can be made out from all sides. the kneecaps are very prominently visible.
his posture is almost straight.... with a small tilt to the right side (his right side) . as such the right knee is slightly bent. overall, he stoops very slightly fowards, as if just about to step out of the pedestal. this is hard to observe after all the heavy ornaments and garlands.
I will talk about the more technical description of his posture by using sanskrit AGAMA terminology in future posts. this was intended for people who are not familiar with highly technical jargon.

To summarise, I was attempting the poetry question (section B) about the theme of being alone in HPT and one other poem. I had set myself around 50-55 minutes for this question bcz I wanted to maximise my marks on it since i was pretty confident with the pairing. So basically I finished all the 6 pages we were given in approx. 50 mins and that was when I asked an invigilator for extra paper.
However, they told me that they weren't supplied with any extra paper and therefore I couldn't write any more This went against everything that my teachers, friends, and school told me so I immediately asked them to call the lead examiner. I wasn't too surprised because a similar incident had happened in my bio exam a few days earlier (but that didn't end up too bad bcz I only had a few extra lines to write).
Once the exam supervisor arrived, he said the same thing and told me Edexcel hadn't provided them with any extra sheets. I was getting quite nervous and frustrated and after numerous appeals, the head examiner told me to write my remaining response on the last page for section C (which was Of Mice and Men for me).
I tried to appeal and tell him that this would confuse the examiner and my response would be messed up but he wouldn't listen and considering that I had already wasted a few precious minutes during this conversation, I decided to listen to him.
So then i wrote an additional paragraph and a short conclusion on the last two pages given to use for Section C. I had labelled it as a continuation of the poetry question and had also written: GO TO THE LAST PAGE FOR CONTINUATION on the bottom of the last page for poetry. However, it was quite small and very cramped and messy so i'm worried the examiner might miss it and won't mark it.
the reason im scared is bcz my summary was rly good and it basically links everything which I analysed so without it I may not get a good mark. Also, the last two pages were kinda muddled up so my 5th paragraph was on the last page and my conclusion was on the second last page.
After the exam, I told this to my mother (who is an invigilator herself) and she met the head examiner herself and raised the issue with him. He confirmed that there would be no issues during marking. Surprisingly, another invigilator told us that they had extra paper all along and that there must have been a big misunderstanding (which I don't believe, i think it was a case of blatant laziness and ignorance).
Regardless, my parents raised this issue with senior members of the british council in my city (as i'm a private candidate) and they promised to get this issue fixed. However, I'm still worried about if the examienr would discredit those 1 and 1/2 pages which I wrote and if he was able to read my continuation message at the bottom of the page.
this whole issue has rly bummed me out because overall I found the exam easy and I was able to answer all the questions pretty well. so if any of you guys have any prior experiences with such circumstances or have any advice, please share it with me. Thanks.
TL;DR: examiner didn't give me extra paper and gave me incorrect instructions abt writing my response on the wrong section.

Are you ready to elevate your drawing skills and create stunning 3D lettering? In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll guide you through the process of drawing a captivating 3D letter S. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist looking to refine your technique, this tutorial is designed to help you achieve impressive results.
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Step 3: Begin shading the areas of the letter S that would appear darker or receded in a three-dimensional space. Use hatching and cross-hatching techniques to build up the shadows gradually.
Step 4: Continue adding layers of shading to enhance the depth and dimensional of your letter S. Blend the tones smoothly for a seamless transition between light and shadow.
Step 5: Add highlights to the areas of the letter S that would catch the light, such as the top and outer edges. This will further enhance the illusion of depth and realism.
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Tickets

Getting Tickets

Tickets for all of Crystal Palace's home matches during the current season are only available to purchase if you are a season ticket holder or a member.

Membership Options

If you're not a season ticket holder, you can purchase a club membership along with a ticket from the CPFC Ticket website. You can usually purchase a membership and a ticket at the same time. There are five types of membership, though only three of which are for adults:

Adult Membership

Cost: £25

• Standard ticket access
• 100 Loyalty points
• Member competitions
• Invites to member-only events
• Exclusive offers from our network of membership partners
• Exclusive offers on our premium hospitality packages
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Gold Membership

Cost: £60

• 72-hour exclusive ticket access
• Chance to enter away ticket ballot
• Standard ticket access
• Digital matchday programmes
• Palace TV+ (Live pre-season and Academy broadcasts, exclusive features & more!)
• 250 Loyalty Points
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• Priority access to Member events
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Cost: £45* Cost: £35*

• Exclusive ticket reservation
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• Welcome pack
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• Match worn shirt competitions entry
• Member competitions
• Invites to Member-only events
• Chances to meet the players
• 10% Club Shop discount
• Free shipping on orders over £100
• Exclusive offers from our network of Membership partners
• Exclusive offers on our Premium hospitality packages
• Exclusive offers on Selhurst Park events & room hire

*Cost dependent on wether or not you choose the welcome pack.

Ticket Prices

There are three categories and five zones, which affect prices:
*Please note that RV = Restricted View

Category A

Category A	Zone 1	Zone 2	Zone 3	Zone 4	Zone 5
Adult	£70	£67	£62	£60	£57
Concession	£53	£49	£45	£42	£38
Junior	£37	£37	£35	£33	£30

Category B

Category B	Zone 1	Zone 2	Zone 3	Zone 4	Zone 5
Adult	£61	£58	£55	£53	£51
Concession	£47	£43	£40	£37	£34
Junior	£34	£34	£32	£30	£27

Category C

Category C	Zone 1	Zone 2	Zone 3	Zone 4	Zone 5
Adult	£51	£48	£45	£44	£42
Concession	£41	£38	£35	£32	£30
Junior	£26	£26	£23	£21	£19

*Concessions available for adults aged 65 and over (Senior), adults aged 18-21 (18-21), supporters with accessibility requirements (must be registered with the club), and full time students (Student)
**Ticket prices are subject to change. This table may be slightly out of date if viewed in the future. Please always check the CPFC website for the most up-to-date prices.

How do I know which category a game is?

You can find out the category a game is by checking the CPFC website here. This will also tell you when tickets will go on sale and how many tickets you may purchase.
Here's a stadium map showing the stands and sections and categories.

FAQ

When will tickets for future games go on sale?

• If you would like to know the ticket sale dates, please visit here to view all future ticket sale dates.

How many tickets can I purchase with a membership?

• The CPFC FAQ Page states "Each Member will be able to purchase two tickets for Category A home fixtures, between two to four tickets for Category B home fixtures, and four tickets for Category C home fixtures". You can also check this for each individual game on the Home Ticket Sale Dates page.

I've bought my tickets, how do I get to Selhurst Park?

The club have put together a few handy guides for you to check out here.

Loyalty Points

You earn Crystal Palace loyalty points every time you spend money at the club, whether it be on memberships, tickets, or in the online store. Tickets for home and away matches are usually sold in phases, starting with season ticket holders who have a certain number of loyalty points. After a day or two, the remaining tickets are made available to season ticket holders with a lower number of loyalty points. And so it goes until all tickets are sold.
It's therefore suggested that you build up your loyalty points if you want a match day ticket.

Other Ticket Options

If you're unable to get a match ticket via the method outlined above, you can scour the CPFC message boards to see if anyone has a spare ticket available. One of the better places to find a ticket is in the Ticket & Travel Talk forum on Holmesdale.net. Tickets advertised in the forum are only to be sold at face value so you shouldn't get scammed. However, you should use the site at your own risk and also be aware that sellers usually want to any potential buyers to have an active history on the site itself.

How to contact the Box Office

• You can contact the CPFC Box office through their email at: boxoffice@cpfc.co.uk. Be aware, their response times have been known to mirror Crystal Palaces performance. Inconsistent.

Ron Paul Redux: The Texan Congressman Has an Unlikely Intellectual Heir: Vivek Ramaswamy is running on Paul’s regressive libertarian populism

Remember that moment in the Republican presidential debate when one brash guy voiced some unorthodox positions, and the other candidates hastened to express their vigorous disagreement? Probably not. I mean, the debate took place in 2011, and that controversial Republican, Ron Paul, has largely faded from memory.
When he ran for the GOP nomination in 2008 and 2012, Paul came across as a rumpled gadfly voicing unvarni­shed opinions that put him on the fringes of the party. But today, at 88, he can look with pride on an ideological heir who is young, handsome and slick– and happens to be in perfect harmony with the modern Republican Party: No, not Rand Paul, Ron’s son, the three-term Republican Senator from Kentucky. It is the practicing Hindu and son of Indian immigrants: Vivek Ramaswamy.
Ramaswamy doesn’t look or act like the avuncular Texas obstetrician. Educated at Harvard and Yale, with a glib confidence and a physique suited to playing tennis shirtless, Ramaswamy could hardly be more different. But that’s on the surface. Put him and Paul together in a room and they would find plenty to agree on. Not only do both self-identify as libertarians, they represent the same flavor of populist paleolibertarianism. The main difference is that Paul was starkly at odds with the prevailing ideology of the GOP back then. Ramaswamy, on the other hand, is fluent in the language of today’s very different GOP.
Comrades In Arms
Paul railed against the federal government and particularly the central bankers at the Federal Reserve. He abhorred multilateral institutions, affirmative action, foreign aid, welfare, and environmental protection. He denounced NAFTA as a step toward a North American Union. He vowed to cut federal spending by $1 trillion in his first year and abolish five cabinet departments. His newsletter described Martin Luther King Jr. as “the man who replaced the evil of forced segregation with the evil of forced integration.” Paul later claimed that he didn’t write or approve such statements in the publication that bore his name. But his followers ate them up.
You can hear distinct echoes of much of this in Ramaswamy.
The 38-year-old pharmaceutical tycoon says he would eliminate the Department of Education, the IRS, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the FBI, part of his unlikely plan to get rid of 75% of the federal workforce. He has said he would cut off aid to Ukraine and, in time, to Israel too – though he later reversed himself on the latter. Like Paul, he claims the “climate change agenda is a hoax.”
When a white gunman killed three Black people in Jacksonville, Florida, Ramaswamy, who likewise opposes affirmative action, put the blame not so much on the perpetrator but on racial preferences for creating “a new wave of anti-Black and anti-Hispanic racism in this country.” He suggested his running mate might be Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is notorious for his anti-vaccine disinformation, popular in certain libertarian circles.
Ramaswamy has raised the possibility that government instigators were involved in the Jan. 6 insurrection. But you know who beat him to that? Ron Paul. (There is no evidence of that.)
Carrying Water for Trump
Ramaswamy says, “I don't think Donald Trump was the cause of Jan. 6,” ignoring a Himalayan pile of evidence confirming that he was thoroughly complicit in the Capitol insurrection. Without knowing the evidence that will emerge during Trump’s criminal trials—which Ramaswamy smears as “politicized prosecution”—he promises to grant the former president a full pardon. Oh, and he describes Trump as “the best president of the 21st century,” despite his unprecedented effort to overturn a free and fair democratic election.
Paul, meanwhile, has said little—if anything—about Trump’s role in inciting the Capitol mob. He has, however, slammed the Jan. 6 Congressional hearings as “insurrection theater” perpetrated by “desperate Democrats.”
On NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Ramaswamy outlined the following bizarre scenario if he were certifying the last election instead of Mike Pence: “Here’s what I would have said: ‘We need single-day voting on Election Day, we need paper ballots, and we need government-issued ID matching the voter file.’. . . In my capacity as president of the Senate, I would have led through that level of reform, then on that condition certified the election results, served it up to the president — President Trump — then to sign that into law. And on January 7th, declared the re-election campaign pursuant to a free and fair election.”
And then he would have ridden away on his purple unicorn. Ramaswamy’s alternative was not only idiotic but impossible, a tribute to either ignorance of the Constitution and the legislative process or breathtaking dishonesty. Paul had a reputation for being a kook given his many offbeat crusades. But Ramaswamy seems determined to outdo him.
On immigration too, Ramaswamy and Paul are remarkably aligned with each other and at odds with policy libertarians, who paleolibertarians deride as establishment elites. Paul was against a border wall—at least he said he was—whereas Ramaswamy, borrowing from Trump, has pledged to “close the southern border.” But Paul talked incessantly about eliminating the incentives for “illegal immigration,” to wit, easy welfare and easy birthright citizenship for the children of undocumented. In the same vein, Ramaswamy has pledged to push a constitutional amendment ending birthright citizenship if elected.
Ramaswamy: No Anti-War Warrior
But that’s not the only thing in the constitution Ramaswamy wants to amend. He’d also raise the voting age to 25, which would disenfranchise 31 million people—more than the population of Texas. That’s one way to address the Republican Party’s low esteem among 18-to-24 voters, 65% of whom voted for Joe Biden in 2020, though he may not have considered the electoral vengeance they would exact as soon as they turn 25.
Ramaswamy’s measure combines the anti-democratic with the coercive. Young adults could gain voting rights by passing a civics quiz or by spending six months in the military or “first responder service”—his goal being to “revive civic duty among Americans.” He has also advocated compulsory universal service for high school students on summer breaks in his book, Woke Inc.
Much of this, along with Ramaswamy’s embrace of the Monroe Doctrine as a warning to foreign powers such as China that “America comes First and that our hemisphere is not to be encroached by our adversaries,” would not thrill the Paulistas whose version of America Firstism consists of not spilling American blood for foreigners. Nor would they likely go along with Ramaswamy’s proposal to use military force to “annihilate the Mexican drug cartels” or his suggestion to make a firm commitment to defend Taiwan against a Chinese attack.
But paleolibertarian Paul fans would be four squares behind Ramaswamy on ceding Ukraine to Putin – the only Republican on the debate stage in favor of doing so.
Mainstreaming the Fringe
They would also be open to Ramaswamy’s conspiratorial turn of mind. Paul has tried to distance himself from the kooky theories peddled under his name in his newsletter—like when in the grimmest days of the AIDS epidemic, it accused gays of plotting to “poison the blood supply”—but Paul himself is on the record claiming that the U.S. government knew about 9/11 in advance but kept it a secret. In a similar vein, Ramaswamy also hinted­ at federal involvement in the attack but recanted later.
When Paul ran for the GOP nomination, his views were effectively disqualifying. In 2012, his best showing, he finished third in the Iowa caucuses and second in the New Hampshire primaries. He eventually ended up with 8% of the convention delegates, putting him fourth in the overall race. But like Pat Buchanan before him, he was never halfway plausible as the Republican presidential nominee. His role was provocateur, taking bold positions that let his rivals unite in denouncing him as dangerous and irresponsible.
Ramaswamy likewise found his opponents ganging up on him in the first Republican debate, with Nikki Haley, Chris Christie and Mike Pence doing their best to read him out of the race. But his views, despite their similarity to Paul’s, can no longer be derided as conservative heresy. In fact, his rivals seemed to be the ones defensive with GOP voters, which is no surprise given Trump retains the allegiance of 59% of them, according to a post-debate poll.
Ramaswamy isn’t likely to win the nomination. But if he loses, it won’t be because his views are too extreme for the party faithful who remain under the spell of Trump’s toxic populism. That’s why Ramaswamy has shrewdly declared, “I’m in this race to take the America First agenda far further than Donald Trump ever did.”
To that end, Ramaswamy has put out a 10-point statement of his convictions which include “God is real,” “there are two genders,” “reverse racism is racism,” and “an open border is no border,” all intended to signal his vehement opposition to the left.
Paul was against the cultural left too but he didn’t make that the center-point of his campaign because the GOP then wasn’t fighting the culture war 24/7. But post-Trump, the party is fully consumed by the leftist enemy and so what was implicit in Paul is now explicit in Ramaswamy.
In retrospect, Paul was less an outlier than a forerunner. In his candidacy were the seeds of a new version of a populist libertarian conservatism—rooted in a suspicion of ties with the rest of the world, racial paranoia, rejection of cultural liberalization, hostility toward almost every major national and international institution, a propensity for red-pill fantasies and a distrust of democracy.
What was fringe in Paul’s time is now the dominant strain in the GOP—and Ramaswamy is determined to be its champion.

What are your thoughts? This is obviously a bold claim & I’m not sure I fully agree with it.

So.. I would like to give my thoughts on how to make them feel like more intentional classes-- after all, these two roles feel like they are particularly falling behind (with specific exceptions, admittedly, like with Boothill) within their role as unique classes/identities; especially when compared to Destruction units-- who are often easier to play for a myriad of reasons.
Before I talk about my ideas, I'd like to first say:

1. Yeah, yeah; Hoyo doesn't like making changes. My hope is: instead of asking for reworks to old characters, asking for reworks to overarching systems, which will indirectly buff old characters.
2. No. My idea isn't just for these roles to "deal more damage".
3. Everything between asterisks * is me explaining my reasoning; if you just wanna see the ideas with no context, feel free to skip the texts between.
4. Numbers listed are not gospel. I'm no mathematician.

Hot take: Damage is the most power-creepable thing. You want your favorite character to speedrun obsolescence? Make their entire kit revolve around nothing but mass deeps.
So! What's the real issue behind why Hunt and Erudition feel bad? Let's be blunt: It's Destruction.. (and to a lesser degree Nihility). But why? It's cause it does too much right:
Destruction is characterized by:

1. Survivability
2. High damage
3. AoE

Meanwhile Hunt is characterized by:

1. Single target

And Erudition by:

1. AoE

**As we can see, they are all DAMAGE roles, but, the identity of Destruction is more like that of a off-tank that deals more damage than Erudition, and hits more targets than Hunt.. and also often deal more damage.**
**So I spent a lot of time thinking about what Destruction's role/identity should be in the game, and if/how we should pair it down in order to fit the outline of classes as Hoyo has given us.. but.. that got me into a lot of debates with people I know (irl) who are DIEHARD fans of the fantasy Destruction is trying to push.. so I started asking a different question: What should these other classes do differently? Then I thought about bending the fundamental rules of the game in favor of these other classes.**
Let's start with Hunt:
**Hunt's single target nature is an inherent weakness.. but in game-design terms, that means there is powered freed up here to put somewhere else in the class's kit. Most people would rightly assume this means the class just hits a single target.. harder(?) but in Star Rail? Yesn't. Hunt characters hit hard, but they usually aren't THEE top dps for long.. and they don't really DWARF the other roles in terms of single-target dps either. And really? That's okay. As I said above: A damage dealer is only good as long as another character doesn't do more damage-- and powercreep will happen inevitably, so damage should be treated as a given, instead of the metric a unit's primary value comes from; it's how a unit deals damage that matters.**
Give Hunt units these UNIVERSAL benefits:

1. Basic attacks now deal 200% (220%) of ATK (or applicable stat), and deals very high toughness damage, AND/OR are granted generous bonus effects as a trade-off for Hunt character's inherent single-target nature.
2. Alacrity: All Hunt units now have a base SPD of 120, and cannot be debuffed below this number by any means. Basic attacks now inherently action advance this unit forward by 10%.

Why? SP generation.
**These changes would carve out a niche, and make Hunt characters a flexible sub-dps pick that constantly take turns to perform a strong basic attack that feeds more SP hungry units, and effectively makes them faster when the generate SP. This gives a new mechanic by which Hoyo can design future units around, effectively increasing the chances that old units get buffed retroactively around new possible synergies.**
Next, Erudition:
Give Erudition units these UNIVERSAL benefits:

1. Basic attacks are reduced to 50% (60%) of ATK (or applicable stat), but hit all enemies on screen, and deals high toughness damage.
2. Battery: Erudition units now gain 25 ult energy when they use their basic attack, and all other teammates gain 5 ult energy at the same time. ^For every enemy hit/every successive hit, grant an additional 1 energy to the teammate with the lowest current ult energy (up to a maximum of 5 per attack. ^Ultimates and FuAs count as separate attacks that also generate this energy). ^When an Erudition unit uses their ultimate, all other teammates gain 10 ultimate energy.

Why? (More obvious than the above) Ult energy!
**So how will this impact Destruction units? Feel by virtue of contrast. Destruction will still wear the crown in terms of damage done, and to the largest amount of enemies, but what it will not have is the same feeling in quality of life. In comps with the other classes, basic attacks will feel better, SP will be more plentiful, and ults will be more frequent; Destruction, by contrast, would feel slow, and unforgiving with it's tighter resource budgets, all without having to nerf Destruction. Of course, the changes to these other classes will also affect Destruction if you run them together; and that's the goal of my ideas-- to make all the classes FEEL viable, regardless of if the EXCEPTIONS technically are on paper. It's a game, after all, and games are about fun and feeling.**
M'kay! If you've read this far, thank you so much! I know this was long-winded; I deliberated just posting the ideas with no context, but that shit has gotten me grilled in the past (therefor I'm used to people being mean to me about my ideas, and so I'll probably have a lot of anxiety reading the replies.. and try not to cry a lot :D). I know my thoughts may not change much, but if nothing else.. I got them out there; they are no longer just sitting on my chest-- I can face tomorrow with a clearer mind!

I’m trying to get better at apologizing.
Please tell me if you see any ways I could improve here.
First, the context: I’m an editor of the newspaper club, and me, along with the three other leaders are seniors and we haven’t arranged to have a meeting for a couple months. The teacher who runs the club emailed us and said that she’s worried about the future of the club and considering tabling leadership for the rest of the year. She also doesn’t know if any of the younger members would be able to lead the club in the future which is concerning to her. And the poster is to try to recruit incoming students.
My response email:
“The end of the year has really gotten away from me, and I'm sorry that I've let the paper suffer as a result. I don't think it's a fair situation for the younger students involved, and I do want them to get the consistency and support they deserve for their reporting.
I can find time to make up the display on Monday. And in the interest of the club's future, would you still be open to having a final meeting? We might be more likely to lose the people we already have if it seems like the club is fully abandoned.
I also have friends in journalism (seniors), and I could see if anyone wants to be published before the end of the year if that seems like it could be helpful.
There’s a big gap in information in a school without a paper. It’s in the interest of all of us that we don’t let that happen.”

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I graduated from a top school with CS around 4 years ago and went directly into FAANG because money talks and I wanted to pay off my loans, but when I was in undergrad I discovered that my passion is research. I got promoted to a senior position at the beginning of the year and it feels bad to get such a huge jump in comp vesting over x years and then to immediately walk away.
I have no lifestyle creep and I've been saving around 85% of my take-home pay so I'm well situated to go back. I've been spending my evenings and weekends studying for GRE and reading papers in the field that I want to do grad school in, but I can't shake off the feeling that this is a huge mistake.
Someone talk me out of this. Or talk me into it, idk.

I know this question is probably very over-asked and that you have to obviously work part time in the hub as well as have seniority but what’s the actual process of them making you a driver?
Like do you put your name on a paper? Do you ask your supervisor? Do you need to wait a year to do these things? Other requirements?

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I've been procrastinating on doing this, but I finally got around to it. I also plan on reading my admission file when I get to my college, so I may post an update then on this account, so maybe set a reminder for like October.
Demographics
Gender: Male
Race/Ethnicity: White, Jewish
Residence: Southern United States
Income Bracket: 80,000 - 125,000
Type of School: Magnet STEM HS
Hooks (Recruited Athlete, URM, First-Gen, Geographic, Legacy, etc.): none, lol
Intended Major(s): History first, wherever possible. Then political science, and the last one is some variant of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, or a law focused major
Academics
GPA (UW/W): 94.19 / 100 (3.94), 98.73 (4.5) Rank (or percentile): School does not rank
# of Honors/AP/IB/Dual Enrollment/etc.: 8 honors, 15 AP's
Senior Year Course Load: AP Euro (online), AP Comp Gov (online), AP Human Geo, precalculus, AP Lit, AP Macro / Micro, Teacher Assistant. All A's for first semester
Standardized Testing List the highest scores earned and all scores that were reported. ACT: 36 (35E, 35M, 36R, 36S)
AP/IB:
US Gov - 4, World History - 5, Seminar - 4, CSP - 4, USH - 4, Research - 3, Lang - 5, CSA - 3, Chem - 4
Extracurriculars/Activities (paraphrased with certain elements redacted for privacy)
1: Advocate for increasing student representation (11 - 12), developed and refined model legislation; secured endorsement of stakeholders, helped the legislation pass the [redacted]
2: Transcriber, Library of Congress (10 - 12), Made 5000+ pages indexable and searchable, verified transcription accuracy, hosted transcribing parties
3: Member of [redacted]'s Advisory Council, 12, 1 of [redacted] members chosen from over [redacted] applicants; personally invited to join by [redacted], sole member from [redacted], act as an ambassador
4: Ambassador, [school name], 10 - 12, provide 10-15 tours to local stakeholders, help develop and run freshman orientation program
5: More powerful version of student council, 10 - 12, approve strategic plan, allocated [redacted] for [redacted], publicize work of [redacted]
6: President of [redacted] Mock Trial club, 10-12, oversee practices and arrange visits by attorneys
7: Eagle Scouts, 9 - 12, raised [redacted] in donations for project, served as patrol leader, [redacted], and [redacted]
8: Research Fellow, [redacted], 11, conduct research on [redacted] to expand [redacted], gain experience in [redacted] analysis
9: [redacted] head editor, [redacted], 12, lead a team of students to review & prepare [redacted] for release, helped prepare [redacted] for publication
10: Cashier, local supermarket 9 - 12, designated highest evaluation, 2x [redacted] winner, raised $700+ for charity
Awards/Honors:
1 Nationwide essay contest finalist
2 Senate youth program delegate finalist
3 Social sciences student of the year (school)
4 Eagle Scout
5 School nominee for [redacted] in math
Letters of Recommendation
APUSH Teacher (9 / 10), I had him for three years, he was the mock trial club sponsor, and I was his TA. We had a great relationship.
Econ Teacher (9.5 / 10), I was able to read this letter (he showed me without asking), and it was so over the top. In addition, without me asking, he wrote a letter to my top school telling them how good of a student I was and how I would attend.
Principal (9/10), I worked very closely with the principal and he gave some very specific and unique praise.
Counselor (6?/10). Did not interact with them a lot and I had some issues with them, but I was very involved with the school and had good grades so I feel like it would be nothing too good or too bad.
Interviews
Harvard - 8/10. Went for two hours and I really enjoyed talking with him. I kept in touch with him after my interview as well.
Princeton - 8/10. I enjoyed talking with her and she was interested in the same items as me.
Yale - 9/10. It was a weird interview but I think he really liked me me. It was also a little weird because he asked for me to teach him how binary numbers work, and good router recommendations.
Dartmouth - 8/10. He was also an Eagle Scout, so we bonded over it.
Duke - 10/10. She was a Judge and we really bonded. I said the perfect things to say without me knowing I should say them if that makes sense. Really enjoyed talking with her.
Essays
Essays were meh except one supplemental for Yale. My main was maybe a 7/10. I've lived a really boring life so I didn't have a lot to talk about. My main essay was tying my love for a specific genre of music into some activities done over the years.
Decisions
I'm going to list my schools, what my prediction was, and the result (hidden for dramatic effect) in alphabetical order. With the exception of the schools with specific rounds, everything is RD.
Alabama (Rolling) - accept, filler accepted filler
Amherst - reject, filler accepted filler
Colby - reject, filler waitlisted filler
Columbia - waitlisted, filler waitlisted filler
Dartmouth - reject, filler waitlisted filler
Duke - accept, filler accepted filler
Georgia Tech - reject, filler accepted filler
Harvard (REA) - deferred -> waitlisted, filler deferred -> rejected filler
Princeton - accept, filler rejected filler
Stanford - reject, filler accepted filler
UGA (EA) - accept, filler accepted filler
Vanderbilt - accept, filler waitlisted filler
Washington & Lee - accept with Johnson, filler accepted w/o Johnson filler
Williams - accept, filler accept, filler
Yale - reject, filler accepted filler
Where I will be attending: filler Yale filler
Additional Information:
I received a wonderful email from my filler Yale filler AO who loved my common app essay topic and one of my supplementals. As I said above, I do plan on reading my admissions file and will post later. I also plan on doing an AMA when after I read my files.
My advice is to start early. Identify who your LOR's will be and ask them by the end of April. Start drafting an outline for your common app essay. Also enjoy what you do. I did what I loved and it showed with my EC's. Also don't take 6 AP's senior year. It made a stressful year even more stressful. Lmk if you have any questions.
Edit: formatting

ik its not that low in general terms but i def feel like my UW gpa could hurt my app a lot
Demographics: Male, Asian, Texas, Regular public school, high income no aid needed
Intended Major(s): Econ/Finance
ACT/SAT/SAT II: 1600 (literally my only hope)
UW/W GPA and Rank: 3.88 UW/ 4.44 W, top 10% of my class, no specific rank given
Coursework: AP Subjects (5s on all): Calc BC, Statistics, Comp Sci A, Comp Sci Principles, Chemistry, Biology, APES, Physics 1, 2, Physics C EM/M, Psych, APHUG, WHAP, APUSH, Euro, Government, Comp Government, Macroecon, Microecon, Seminar, Research, Lang.
Senior Courseload: Multivariable Calc, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, , AP art history, Organic Chemistry, 2 off periods
Awards: 2x Presidential Service Award Gold, ICDC Finalist, 3x State debate tournament competitor (broke to outrounds), 2x National debate tournament competitors, 3x District Sci Oly Winner
Extracurriculars:
300+ volunteering hours helping out at my local soup kitchen + food bank
VP of deca chapter (will most likely get president next year) Captain on school speech and debate team (most likely will get pres), VP of science Olympiad (will get president next year) President + cofounder of: south asian students association, Stock market and Trading Club
Founder of non-profit, where we teach disadvantaged kids in underserved communities good financial habits
job at a local coding place, teaching kids ages 5-13 languages such as scratch up to things like java and python, also designed part of the advanced curriculum
Owner of company that designs websites for local businesses
Founded a Commodities trading firm which started out with 50k in capital, grew fund to over 800k in a year and a half, 10 employees
Sneaker reseling business where I resold sneakers and other popular items in person and through reputable selling platforms, made over 25 k doing on and off
3 Econ research papers on the commodities market published in collaboration with a T10 business school professor
Essays/LORs/Other:
Calc BC teacher told me that she would wrote my rec letters (before I even asked her to lol), they should be really good as I do very well in her class and am very passionate about math in general
Asked my boss at work to write me a letter of rec, I've been working there for over 3 years and i attended the same place as a student for years before that, so I've known her for a long time and she knows how passionate I am about Comp Sci, especially the algorithmic and mathematical part of it (which was the part that I helped design), so should be pretty good
Counselor Rec: Should be pretty good, Ive been in contact a lot across my years of high school, always trying to improve academically and take more and harder courses, so she knows how good I am at Math and also how dedicated I am at my extracurricular activities, so this should be a good letter as well.
Schools:
all undergrad business schools
ED: UPenn Wharton (dream school mannn)
EA: MIT, UCB, UMich, USC
RD: NYU, UT Austin, CMU, Cornell, Harvard, Columbia, Princeton, Dartmouth, Yale, Brown, UNC, UVA, Emory, Georgetown, Northwestern, Northeastern, Boston College, Texas A&M
side note: is it worth applying rea to some of those ivy leagues?
thx for reading, pls tell me ur thoughts!