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I'm a 2026 graduate, and I've been looking for a Software Engineering job for more than 6 months now.

I've spent years learning DSA, competitive programming and development. I have a decent profile, built projects, solved a lot of problems, and genuinely tried to improve myself.

I've applied through company websites, LinkedIn, referrals, cold emails, job portals, pretty much every route I could think of.

But the hardest part isn't getting rejected.

It's not even getting the chance to be rejected.

It's applying again and again, putting hours into applications, seeing hundreds of other people applying, and then getting absolutely nothing back.

At first, I was confident that if I kept working hard, something would eventually work out.

Then months passed.

Now I'm at a point where I'm still trying, but the motivation isn't the same anymore. It's difficult to keep convincing yourself that the next application might be different when you've already sent so many.

I'm only 21, so I know I have plenty of time. But watching months go by without being able to start my career is genuinely depressing.

I don't want sympathy. I just wanted to know if anyone else has been through this phase and eventually managed to turn things around.

Because right now, I'm slowly running out of hope.

Hello. I live in 4S ranch in a 2Bed/2Bath condo in a high fire area. I live in one room and rent out the other. I called my home insurance Amica to increase personal belongings coverage as I felt it was too low. Somehow the conversation went to me mentioning I rent out one of the rooms. The agent sounded very upset all of a sudden and questioned me a bunch. They told me they have to send the information to their underwriters but it’s likely that my plan will not renew next year in April. I’m very upset because I reminder it being hard to find insurance 2 years ago when I found them. Should I have kept my mouth shut, or is it better I did because if I did actually end up needing a claim, they’d likely find out somehow and deny my claim when I need it? While it’s too early to sign up for someone else as I have until April, every single quote in over insurer says they cannot cover my home I’m assuming due to fire area. I’m unsure the type I need because the condo is my primary residence but I also rent out 1 room. Does anybody have any advice on finding a new home insurance plan that will cover my home and also not be so upset I rent out a room? I can’t afford my home unless I rent out a room.

One San Diego spouse of a sailor aboard Lincoln said she’s worried exhaustion could cause the crew to make mistakes that put their safety at risk.

“I can't imagine working basically for nine months straight, and being expected to perform at my best,” she said.

I always enjoy going to these and I usually learn about a new one each year. Would love to hear some of the ones that might be off my radar.

So far I've liked the Scottish Games, Adam's street fair, and Friday Summer concerts in Tierrasanta. Fourth of July in Santee this year had a good vibe with tons of kid games and live music and it was lower key without fighting crowds. I'd love to add a few more of these to my calendar for the year.

I just moved to the San Diego area, and need help. I am on a mission to complete the National Dex for Platinum. I own all gen 3 and 4 games aside from Diamond. I have a way to obtain all pokemon except for the Stunky line. If anyone is in the area, or knows someone that is in the area, I would love the help. I can trade you literally a Mew, Celebi, or any pokemon you want!!

I was skeptical before going, but anyways I had to go. Ordered waigu beef shwarma plate and chicken shwarma egg roles. Everything was bad. The garlic sauce was bad….who sells middle eastern food and can’t make good taum? The tabbouli was at least 2 days old, it was black. The only good thing was the hummus, which also felt better on top and not so good at the bottom. It was so so disappointing. Anyways rent over but please do not go there just for the hype. Even if you decide to go, order something cheap first and try.

Hi! Moved to San Diego about 8ish months ago now and I've slowly started to realize I haven't really made any friends here. It's gotten to the point where my roommates are asking me if any of the coworkers I've mentioned in passing have hit me up lol...Just wondering if anyone else here has started over in their 20s and what they did to make lasting friendships. I'm into reading and the arts but also like running, hiking, vaguely into climbing. Music ofc and film as well. I like being outside too like everyone else that lives here. My schedule is very chaotic and shifting constantly because of my job so that's probably what makes it so difficult. Open to any suggestions though!!!! I'm not opposed to going to things alone at all it's mainly talking to people at said events where I start to feel clammy...so any advice is appreciated!!!

I'm looking into drilling a well strictly for watering my lawn and trees while keeping the house on city water.

For anyone who has done this:

• How was your overall experience with the process?
• Roughly what did the whole setup end up costing you?
• Was it worth the investment in the long run?

This is in Poway (Green Valley) area.

Would love to hear your thoughts and any pros/cons before I jump in. Thanks!