I sometimes find the articles and links shared here interesting.
But the most interesting thing to me is the cognitive dissonance, ego, obstinacy, and single-mindedness of the discussions.
If you question the idea that this place is anything but some kind of algonquin round table for the techno-elite then you’ll get a stern rebuke from the moderators. The reality is that HN is exceptionally good content marketing for a VC company.
It’s just as funny to me as browsing /r/SubredditDrama or any other hobby forum.
But the most interesting thing to me is the cognitive dissonance, ego, obstinacy, and single-mindedness of the discussions.
If you question the idea that this place is anything but some kind of algonquin round table for the techno-elite then you’ll get a stern rebuke from the moderators. The reality is that HN is exceptionally good content marketing for a VC company.
It’s just as funny to me as browsing /r/SubredditDrama or any other hobby forum.