Why tech job interviews became such a nightmare

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View in browser   |  Your newsletter preferences 03.04.24 MACHINE READABLE | 5-MINUTE READ JavaScript Runs the World—Maybe Even Literally BY SHEON HAN In defense of a much-mocked programming language. BOT SERVICE | 4-MINUTE READ Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Microsoft-Powered Chatbot Just Disappeared BY MAKENA KELLY The RFK Jr. campaign's chatbot had previously affirmed Kennedy's promotion of conspiracy theories, and appeared to circumvent OpenAI's ban on political use. TIMBER TANTRUM | 5-MINUTE READ Less Sea Ice Means More Arctic Trees—Which Means Trouble BY MATT SIMON White spruce are spreading in the high north, thanks to extra snow. That "Arctic greening" has serious climate implications. PLAYING HARDBALL | 5-MINUTE READ Why Tech Job Interviews Became Such a Nightmare BY LAUREN GOODE Rising interest rates led tech companies to become more demanding of potential hires. From lowball offers to endless interviews, it's tough out there for coders seeking jobs. ADVERTISEMENT   GET WIRED Stay WIRED-IN during our email exclusive sale. Get full tech coverage with a subscription to WIRED for just $30 $5. Plus free stickers! Subscribe Now.   STAFFING UP | 2-MINUTE READ The Biden Campaign Fills Out Its Digital Team Ahead of Super Tuesday BY MAKENA KELLY Four key hires will try to win back disenchanted younger voters online during the general election. INK AGAIN | 4-MINUTE READ HP Wants to Rent You a Printer That It Monitors at All Times BY SCHARON HARDING, ARS TECHNICA HP's "All-In Plan" requires a constant internet connection so that the company can see not just how many pages you're printing, but what file types. It costs up to $36 per month. BUYING GUIDES | 2-MINUTE READ The 21 Best Wireless Headphones for Everyone BY PARKER HALL AND RYAN WANIATA Whether you need workout earbuds or gaming over-ears, these WIRED-tested picks sound like a million bucks. HEAR THAT? | 3-MINUTE READ Music Is TikTok's Past. Sounds May Be Its Future BY REECE ROGERS More Universal Music songs are disappearing from TikTok as the two companies fail to reach new agreements. Sound clips are ready for their big break. SPICY | 12-MINUTE READ I Found Frank Herbert's Dune Script. Dune: Part Two Is Better BY MAX EVRY It's hard to imagine a weirder film version of Dune than the one David Lynch released in 1984, but Frank Herbert found a way. Looking for a new job? Check out these featured listings and search for openings all over the world on jobs.wired.com. Manager – Generative AI and Deep Learning SAP Location: Bellevue, WA, USA APPLY NOW Machine Operator Honeywell Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA APPLY NOW ADVERTISEMENT Thanks for reading. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up here. Plus, browse more newsletters from WIRED. You're receiving this email because you signed up for the Daily newsletter from WIRED.   Manage your preferences  |   View our Privacy Policy  |  Unsubscribe   Have questions or comments? Send us a message. Need help? Contact us.   Copyright © Condé Nast 2024. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Simple theme. Powered by Blogger.