The discussion centers on an individual who has been expelled from university twice and is contemplating whether to pursue community college or continue working as a freelance programmer and waiter. The participant expresses a desire to work as a scientist, which typically requires a degree, but feels conflicted due to past behavior, including 'hacking' and trespassing. Forum members advise the individual to consider personal growth, maturity, and the potential benefits of returning to school while also acknowledging the importance of pursuing one's passion in technology.
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Fizex said:The state of mind affects the quality of a scientist.
Doesn't make them a good scientist. If everyone doesn't want to hear it from me, then maybe from a Nobel physicist?
http://www.phys.uu.nl/~thooft/theoristbad.html
Maybe I should've been more precise with my statement. These guys are taking words to literally. I don't have to be so flawless elsewhere on the forums and people usually understand what is meant.
Leptos said:It's rather sad that PF feeds an obvious troll like this... I understand you guys aren't the most internet-savvy people out there, but seriously guys, you should know better. The OP is a fake.
Pengwuino said:You'd be surprised at the number of people there are with some crazy ideas about their life