How to visit companies and start-ups in the bay area?

5 points by Dimitris 13y ago ↗ HN

Hi!

I am in the bay area hosted by Oracle, as the winner of the Thinkquest Digital media competition. I have two more days left here and I would really like to visit the big companies in the area(the offices, not just the campus) and other smaller start-ups. I am studying engineering at the University of Manchester so I am really interested in this field.

I was wondering if anyone can help me get a visitor's pass or give me some directions on where to go/what to do. If you want more information about me ask for my e-mail in the comments.

Thanks, Dimitris

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orangethirty 13y ago ↗

I'm not in the bay area, but would like to get to know you over email. My email is in my profile. Have fun!

drstewart 13y ago ↗

It's a bit late notice now, but check out Meetup.com. There are tons of things going on, usually hosted by a company at their offices. The Ruby group is particularly active and has some stuff for tomorrow: http://www.sfruby.info/

Dimitris 13y ago ↗

Thanks! I found some interesting meetups but as you said it's a bit late now. I will plan my next visit better. Definitely gonna get back here in Summber! :-)

coolswan 13y ago ↗

for the smaller startups, just find contact emails and reach out to them individually. pretty sure a few will bite, if anything, to see if you're interested in a job at least.

jkaykin 13y ago ↗

I am in the Bay Area, email me, it's in my profile.