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Are they removed, do they stay in the body, or what happens if the person is cremated? Genuinely curious.

I've noticed a lot of tutorials start with crawling entire websites. But in many cases, the data already exists as PDFs, Markdown files, documentation, or a database. Sometimes crawling is the right answer. Sometimes it just adds another layer to maintain. Curious how others decide when web crawling is actually necessary instead of just convenient.

Most people spend a lot of time preparing for technical questions, and that's important. But don't forget to know your own resume really well. Be ready to explain every internship, project, leadership role, or even a gap. Interviewers can ask follow-up questions on almost anything you put there. If you can't confidently explain something on your own resume, it's better to remove it than hope they won't ask. Technical skills can be studied but a weak resume discussion is harder to recover from. What's one resume question that caught you off guard in an interview?

I've been reading different developer experiences comparing Exa, Tavily, and Linkup.

From what I've seen:

- Exa is usually the fastest

- Tavily is a solid all-around choice

- Linkup seems to focus more on higher-quality results.

Speed isn't everything. I'd rather have better search results than save a few hundred milliseconds.

When comparing search APIs, I think it's worth checking: result quality, date filtering, content extraction and consistency across different searches. What search API are you using, and why did you choose it?

One thing I've realized is that finding UGC clients isn't just about sending cold pitches.

I've had the best results by making it obvious that I'm a UGC creator. Consistently posting content, keeping my portfolio easy to find, and showing up where brands are already looking.

I also don't rely on just one platform. Opportunities can come from Upwork, Fiverr, Backstage, Billo, Reddit, Facebook groups, Indeed, and other creator communities. The more visible you are, the more chances you give potential clients to discover you.

It's easy to think there aren't enough opportunities, but sometimes it's simply a matter of putting yourself in more places.

Where have you found your best UGC clients? I'd love to hear what's worked for you.

One thing that surprised me while exploring SideShift wasn't just the brand opportunities. It was the advice on protecting creators.

The team recommends keeping contracts and payments on-platform whenever possible. At first, I didn't think it mattered that much, but it makes sense. If a brand disappears or there's a payment issue, having everything documented gives creators a layer of protection and makes it easier to get support.

Another takeaway was their recommended payment structure: a guaranteed retainer plus performance-based incentives. It feels like a fair approach since creators are paid for their work while brands can still reward great results.

As someone who's still learning about the UGC space, I appreciate platforms that share practical advice like this.

Have you ever had a brand ask you to move contracts or payments off-platform?

I started thrift flipping last year as a way to earn some extra income, and it's honestly become one of my favorite side hustles.

I love wandering through thrift stores, looking for hidden gems that deserve a second chance. When I find something nice, I clean it up, take a few photos, and list it on my Instagram page. It's always satisfying when someone buys an item and gives it a new home.

I still do it whenever I have free time. It's not a huge business or anything, but I enjoy the process so much that it never really feels like work. Plus, I've picked up a few skills along the way, like photography, pricing, and figuring out what people actually want to buy.

Does anyone else have a side hustle that started as a way to make extra money but ended up becoming something you genuinely enjoy?

I know the usual advice is wag maglagay ng photo sa resume. The reasoning makes sense naman (reduce bias and keeps employers from judging candidates based on physical appearance). Last month, I followed that advice, pero wala akong natanggap na responses. This month, I decided to experiment by adding my photo to my resume, and I've started getting interview invitations. Syempre, this is just my personal experience, and it doesn't necessarily mean adding a photo is better for everyone. Baka may other factors din. But if you're not getting any responses, it might be worth experimenting to see what works for you. :))

Edit: The role I'm applying for is a backend finance/accounting position, so hindi po siya customer-facing.