Big Tech Killed the Golden Age of Programming
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Big Tech's aggressive hiring practices led to an unsustainable tech job market. Companies overhired developers, inflating salaries and creating unnecessary roles. When economic conditions changed, mass layoffs followed, leaving programmers at all levels struggling to find work. This talent monopolization and subsequent downsizing has reshaped the tech landscape, making it difficult for developers to secure jobs and companies hesitant to hire.
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