yes. of course you ask them to bring their laptop. | by Aaron Batalion | Medium

I assume you also tell them they might have to make something in a relatively short amount of time…

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yes. of course you ask them to bring their laptop. You want to see them in an environment they’re comfortable in. If they don’t have a laptop, you provide one.

Aaron Batalion

Written by Aaron Batalion

NewCo. Past: Partner, @LightspeedVP. Founder/CTO, LivingSocial. Tweeting at @abatalion

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