Experience Guide
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Compilation of Basic and Introductory Knowledge about US Stocks/Futures
Preface This article summarizes some basic knowledge and common sense about US stocks/futures. I am not a professional trader, so please feel free to point out any shortcomings. This article is constantly being updated, and I will specifically mark any updates. Please feel free to ask or discuss any questions below. Before getting to the main topic, let me first say something official: the stock market is risky…
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How to watch VR AV on PS4 in North America
This morning, I was delighted to hear from a group member that Sony has discovered a hidden gem: the ability to watch VR versions of adult videos on PS4. There are instructions online for Chinese users, but they're quite complicated. I personally tested it and it works directly in North America. Here's a simple guide. Preliminary preparations: A Japanese PS4 account (don't tell me you don't know how…)
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The plight of self-media / Comparison of experiences across various self-media platforms
This article is divided into three parts. The first part discusses the current state of self-media (the tragedy of self-media, purely for venting, you can skip it). The second part is a comparison of actual experiences on several major platforms. The third part is the bizarre things I encountered when using some self-media platforms. The Tragedy of Self-Media I remember 7 years ago, there was a lot of talk on Weibo about…
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U.S. policy on immigration of extraordinary ability
Obtaining a U.S. green card is extremely difficult; it's the most challenging hurdle in the U.S. immigration process. There are only a few ways to get a green card in the U.S., and the fastest method is the U.S. Extraordinary Achievement Visa program. This program has attracted many highly skilled individuals, offering one of the fastest shortcuts to a U.S. green card. So…
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Comparison of Cloudflare and Baidu Cloud CDN usage
For well-known reasons, I've been using the paid version of Cloudflare, and the results have been excellent. Therefore, I've moved many of my websites to Cloudflare. The free version has some issues, but its DDoS protection is still a good option. However…
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Washington, D.C. platform rankings and data
I originally intended to write something, but I feel it would be a long and rambling piece, so I'll hold off for now. This table is something I created while researching and learning from my peers, and I'm sharing it for your reference. Another purpose of this table is to address the current atmosphere of superficiality, with more and more people resorting to self-promotion and deceiving users through methods like buying traffic. I hope…
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Introduction to Megabus and Greyhound
In the United States, where air travel and private cars are highly developed, long-distance ground passenger transport appears rather insignificant. Trains are geared towards tourism and leisure, offering travelers a comfortable (compared to air travel) but less economical journey experience. Buses, on the other hand, primarily target the low-income market, providing them with inexpensive transportation…
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American Airlines Chicago Airport Transfer Guide
When our parents first come to visit us in the US, we feel a bit uneasy due to the language barrier. If it's a direct trip to a big city without transfers, everything is fine. But if you're like me, living in a remote rural area, and your parents have to transfer, then, given the language barrier and it's their first time traveling abroad, how do we give them a guide on how to get around America…?
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A 7-day trip to Miami with my parents in February: a travel guide
My trip is coming to an end, and while waiting for my flight back to DC at the airport, I finally have some time to organize my itinerary for everyone's reference. This trip was 7 days long, and overall it felt very relaxed. Even with a tighter schedule, 3-4 days would be enough to enjoy the trip. Here's our schedule: February 7th, Evening: Departure to Miami…
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PS4 Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13 Platinum Guide
I platinumed Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13 during the long weekend. I didn't initially plan to platinum it, but as I played, I found it quite easy to do so, so I just went for it. Now I'm writing a guide for everyone's reference; those who want to platinum can do it quickly, and those who don't can get a basic understanding. The game's structure is quite simple…
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US stock earnings reports, dividend dates, and related terminology explained
I've been investing in US stocks for almost two years now, and recently I've had some time to research some basic questions. I've written a few summary articles for my own reference and to share with everyone. Dividends are actually a large part of the US stock market. I received quite a bit of dividends before, but I didn't understand the specific mechanism. Now I've done some research and am making notes. …
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What I want to say about credit cards (and summarize and share some thoughts).
I don't know why, but lately a lot of people have been talking to me about credit cards. The questions are mostly similar: which one saves money, which one is the best. Since coming to the US, I've opened about 14 credit cards, and I've tried basically all the ones recommended on the market. My feeling is that most are just hype, and very few are truly practical. Since I have some time, I'll share my experiences…
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H1B Visa Application Materials and Interview Process for Returning to China - Shanghai (Updated November 2019)
Updated November 2019: The staff at the Shanghai embassy were absolutely terrible. Whether it was the doorman or the guide, their attitude was extremely rude. Perhaps they weren't paid well and were in a bad mood. This time the visa application went fairly smoothly, but there were a few changes: the online forms were significantly more complicated, and…
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It's another year of H1B visas. Let me share my experience and common questions.
March 30th is here already! Tomorrow, all those applying for H1B visas this year will need to file their documents. What follows is a long and arduous wait of several months. I went through this period last year, and it was quite difficult. I'd like to share some common questions and my experience in the hopes that it will be helpful to everyone. 1. Drawing…
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A Brief Discussion on Job Hunting Experiences in the Greater Washington, D.C. Area
Passing by the school today, the once bustling campus was almost deserted. I had intended to say goodbye to campus life, but found no one to say goodbye to, and nothing to do. Perhaps it's because graduation is still five months away. So be it, from student to worker, from…