This is where all my blog posts and general things will go…
Recently reports surfaced about SAP SE executing a series of layoffs, prompting scrutiny into the company’s financials and its capacity to provide pay raises for its workforce. Let’s delve into the numbers and explore what the data reveals. In 2023, SAP SE (SAP) reported significant financial figures: – Revenue: $33.776 billion– Gross Profits: $24.387 billion– … Read more
Advocating for an increase in the minimum wage often sparks debates, with opponents arguing that it will lead to higher prices for goods and services. However, this argument doesn’t hold up under scrutiny. The truth is, the minimum wage has failed to keep pace with inflation and the rising cost of living, making it necessary … Read more
Today’s system integration testing soundtrack is Between the Buried and Me because when I want technical death metal I need it to go from metal, to black metal, to death metal, to jazz, to pirate shanties, and back again.
So also with my intrigue into the corporate income tax issue, we really need to fix these goddamn personal income tax brackets. They are so fucking complex it makes no sense. If I am in the 24% bracket based on my yearly wages, then why isn’t that just what I pay? Why am I taxed … Read more
After much internal deliberation, I’ve reached a decision: it’s time for me to bid farewell to social media—well, at least to a significant degree. Before you assume this is just another attention-grabbing farewell post, let me assure you, it’s not. This is a genuine declaration of my departure from Facebook, albeit with a retention of … Read more
In today’s world, we witness a burgeoning employment of Artificial Intelligence, or AI, tools, either to enhance productivity or foster creativity. Nevertheless, a notable backlash targets AI-generated content, particularly concerning images or video. The argument against AI “artwork” resonates strongly. When AI utilizes images sourced from the internet, original artists may find their work appropriated … Read more
Today, I embarked on a journey into the intricate world of economics in the United States, with a particular focus on the top 30 companies by revenue in 2023. My quest led me to ponder a significant question: What if these companies were mandated to allocate 20% of their post-tax profits exclusively to employee pay … Read more
In today’s digital age, our inboxes are constantly inundated with promotional emails, newsletters, and marketing campaigns. Amidst the sea of messages, there’s often a beacon promising relief: the “unsubscribe” button. But is it truly a panacea for email overload, or merely a clever illusion? Email marketers rely on the unsubscribe option to comply with regulations … Read more
System of a Down—a band that, in my opinion, epitomizes the term “pop” in all the wrong ways. I’ll spare no punches: their attempt to channel the energy and ethos of Rage Against the Machine falls flat, leaving behind a residue of cheesiness that rivals a box of Velveeta. And no amount of fervent fandom … Read more
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting an amber glow upon the asphalt, I found myself reflecting on a peculiar encounter during my drive home from IATC Round 1 practice—a confrontation fueled by unfounded fury and misplaced aggression. Picture this: a nondescript stretch of road, cars weaving in and out of traffic like ants … Read more