Another thing making a comeback -- reference checks. I had to supply references for my first job in 1999. Then I wasn't asked for them again until 2024, and then for every job after that.

Whatchoo talkin about, Willis? I've had to supply references for every job I've had.

Somehow it seems every other hackernews was living in a much better timeline, job-wise, than I during the ZIRP era.