Most programmers are miserable and we pretend that's normal
A recent viral thread highlighted the widespread misery among programmers, revealing that many feel burnt out yet remain silent about it. A 2021 study found that 83% of developers experience burnout symptoms, exacerbated by layoffs and increased workloads. The article argues that the tech industry prioritizes speed over well-being, leading to a culture where engineers feel disposable and undervalued.
- ▪A 2021 study found that 83% of developers reported symptoms of burnout.
- ▪Over 360,000 tech workers were laid off between 2023 and mid-2024, increasing workloads for remaining employees.
- ▪The tech industry has optimized for speed, treating engineers as interchangeable resources rather than individuals.
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