neon_me

There have already been a few discussions on HN about this topic:

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42627453 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43680597

First world problems, but I'll emphasize it one more time. There are several annoyances with magic link authentication:

- No email access: People might not have access to their email on the current device or at that moment (using a public computer, phone without email configured, etc.)

- Context switching: I deliberately avoid checking email to maintain focus. Being forced to open inbox breaks concentration and exposes us to distractions I was trying to avoid

Technical friction: Logging into email can be slow (especially with 2FA, etc), mail delivery can be delayed or end up in spam, links often open in a different browser/app, breaking the session Using a different device to check email means you can't continue on your original device.

- Clipboard disruption: Users might have something important copied and don't want to replace it(just to paste your magic link in the right tab)

The ask is simple: Give us at least one "normie" option! Every sane person nowadays uses a password manager anyway. (Yes, if you don't - you should be using one!)

I believe this trend stems from Auth0/Okta/etc/"modern" auth providers pushing their preferred patterns, combined with a "move fast and break things" mentality that prioritizes developer convenience over user experience.

Please - reconsider it.

How can one create content that only humans can process (read, save, edit, reply), avoiding AI scraping and analysis? In an age of advanced computer vision and audio processing, what methods could ensure information remains obscure to AI but readable by humans?

TLDR: Do you have a mentor? If so, how did you find them?

I've built successful products and services, worn various hats in startups (from early employee to founder), and have over 15 years of industry experience. While I'm proud of my journey, I want to keep pushing myself.

Here's my challenge:

1. Friends: They're either too busy or don't have deep expertise in my field. 2. Therapy: Great for life struggles, but not for technical advice or business strategy. 3. Online platforms: While there are talented folks out there, it's difficult to find experienced mentors with a genuine track record, not just years at a big company or generic motivational advice.

Do you have a mentor? If so, how did you find them?