October 28, 2025
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Tech is no longer a “safe” career bet.
It’s no secret that in the age of GenAI, the mid-2010s mantra of “learn to code” is far from the sage professional wisdom it used to be. Where software engineering skill sets were once associated with plentiful jobs, incredible workplace perks, and robust paychecks, the profession has since been tainted by relentless layoffs, agonizing job hunts, and a mounting sense of doom. It’s become all too clear that engineering can no longer be taken for granted as a “safe” career path – perhaps especially for new graduates.
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October 28, 2025
