AI coding tools are replacing entry-level programming jobs faster than anyone predicted. The traditional path from junior to senior developer is collapsing, and the consequences for the entire industry could be devastating. If you mentor juniors or hire them, this one hits different.

  • Gladaed@feddit.org
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    21 hours ago

    Training juniors as if nothing happened will not provide you but the economy with seniors. You don’t own people.

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      14 hours ago

      Pay your seniors then. Changing jobs is a hassle. No one will do it if they are happy with their current job. Give them also work from home, so not even moving due to a partner will make the senior change jobs.

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        12 hours ago

        WFH (option to come to the office if they want). 4 day 8 hour work days. Flexible start/end times. At least 4 week paid holidays per year (mandatory). $100k+ salary.

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        13 hours ago

        Yes. But if you are the only one producing seniors their market value will increase to the extent where you cannot afford to keep them.

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            If I were to get long-term WFH with enough salary to manage my own living, I might just delete my LinkedIn etc accounts.
            Not looking to climb any corporate ladder. I know what I am good at and that’s what I apply for.