HN is about the only place I don't use my real name these days, and I wish I could change my profile here so it was. If you're a professional and try to be nice online, I doubt it'll hurt you with anyone you care to be associated.
>If you're a professional and try to be nice online, I doubt it'll hurt you with anyone you care to be associated
You are incredibly short-sighted if you believe that. Imagine if you have been or are being stalked or harassed or your children or spouse is. Victims of abuse.
Other people who are hurt by using their real names:
