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Employees Discover That Their Ex-Coworker Was A Genius Hacker Who Took Laziness To The Next Level
Employees Discover That Their Ex-Coworker Was A Genius Hacker Who Took Laziness To The Next Level
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Employees Discover That Their Ex-Coworker Was A Genius Hacker Who Took Laziness To The Next Level

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Ever met someone too smart for their own good? But not in a narcissistic ironic way? Didn’t think so. This engineer, however, is so clever, he even thought of a couple of ways to enjoy laziness in his office, a privilege people usually earn through hard work. He made it possible using his hacking skills, and the scripts he created were so good, his coworkers even decided to keep them after he quit for another company. Scroll down to learn how the mind of a problem solver operates! (Facebook cover image: Mitch Altman)

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    After his skills went viral, they impressed a lot of people

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    For those intrigued by clever shortcuts in everyday life, there are practical ways to streamline tasks that don’t compromise quality—similar to the smart kitchen hacks shared by home cooks who prioritize efficiency without sacrificing flavor. Exploring strategies that blend ease and effectiveness can be a game changer, much like how inventive cooking tips can transform meal preparation into a more enjoyable experience.

    If you’re interested in how small adjustments can lead to big results, consider diving into more insights on practical shortcuts in the kitchen that emphasize smart cooking techniques.


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    Ilona Baliūnaitė

    Ilona Baliūnaitė

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    I'm a Visual Editor at Bored Panda since 2017. I've searched through a multitude of images to create over 2000 diverse posts on a wide range of topics. I love memes, funny, and cute stuff, but I'm also into social issues topics. Despite my background in communication, my heart belongs to visual media, especially photography. When I'm not at my desk, you're likely to find me in the streets with my camera, checking out cool exhibitions, watching a movie at the cinema or just chilling with a coffee in a cozy place

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    Ilona Baliūnaitė

    Ilona Baliūnaitė

    Author, BoredPanda staff

    I'm a Visual Editor at Bored Panda since 2017. I've searched through a multitude of images to create over 2000 diverse posts on a wide range of topics. I love memes, funny, and cute stuff, but I'm also into social issues topics. Despite my background in communication, my heart belongs to visual media, especially photography. When I'm not at my desk, you're likely to find me in the streets with my camera, checking out cool exhibitions, watching a movie at the cinema or just chilling with a coffee in a cozy place

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    Shana
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Work smarter, not harder.

    Vesna
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first scripts send a message to his wife only when his console is active- means he is really working. And I'm sure she knows about it anyway. I would find it adorable, if my husband wrote such script:)

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    Fbomb
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This isn't being lazy at all, it's being very efficient. He obviously has the tools and knowledge to automate simple things allowing him to concentrate on more difficult tasks.

    Parmeisan
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THANK you. Automating repetitive tasks takes work & skill, but saves time in the long run. Nothing lazy about it.

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    Shana
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Work smarter, not harder.

    Vesna
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first scripts send a message to his wife only when his console is active- means he is really working. And I'm sure she knows about it anyway. I would find it adorable, if my husband wrote such script:)

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    Fbomb
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This isn't being lazy at all, it's being very efficient. He obviously has the tools and knowledge to automate simple things allowing him to concentrate on more difficult tasks.

    Parmeisan
    Community Member
    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THANK you. Automating repetitive tasks takes work & skill, but saves time in the long run. Nothing lazy about it.

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