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Why You Shouldn't Become A Software Engineer Right Now | What Should You Do Instead

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Is it finally a good time to switch into tech? In this video I analyze what you should do if you thinking about switching into tech. 💻 Google Coding Certificate: https://imp.i384100.net/zNjB4r 📌 Software Engineer Tech Essentials: https://tinyurl.com/bdhywpj4 🔖 Stay Safe Online with Aura: https://aura.com/sandra 🔒 Get 3-months free with ExpressVPN: https://expressvpn.com/withsandra My Camera Gear: https://amzn.to/3zJqFIA Follow me on IG: @techwithluca Brand/Collab Email: techwithluca@gmail.com Tech & Boba Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4ehpxakc tags: day in the life of a software engineer,the tech bubble just popped,the tech bubble burst,software engineering bubble,is software engineering oversaturated,the software engineering bubble burst,Is Software Engineering Still Variable,What is the future of tech,Should I still be a software engineer,Can I still find a job in tech,Is the tech recession going to end soon,How do I get my first job as a software engineer,Should I still go into tech Disclaimer: This video is not officially endorsed by the employer. The views, opinions, and experiences expressed herein solely belong to the subject and do not represent those of the employer. 00:00 Intro 00:12 What is the new supply vs demand 01:30 Who are looking for jobs? 02:35 Lack of qualified software engineer 03:48 The impact of AI 04:10 Big tech will slowly resume hiring 05:57 Advice for anyone thinking about switching into tech 08:06 Summary

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In this video, I break down the real question behind “is it finally a good time to become a software engineer?”—and it still comes down to supply vs. demand. Yes, we’re seeing positive signals like the CompTIA report showing around 65,000 tech job openings, and big tech layoffs aren’t dominating the headlines the way they were. Some large companies are also slowly resuming hiring. But inflation is still high, salary growth is slow, and a lot of companies are staying cautious instead of hiring aggressively. I also explain why the entry-level market feels brutal right now. You’ve got graduating classes from 2022 and 2023, plus tens of thousands of bootcamp grads (56k in 2021, 58k in 2022) all competing at the same time—while many companies are more risk-averse and want “qualified” candidates who can prove themselves quickly. At the same time, I don’t buy the idea that software engineering is “done.” AI is creating new opportunities, cloud is still extremely relevant, and companies still fight over proven talent. My advice: don’t treat a bootcamp like a guaranteed ticket. If you’re switching in, use this time to learn cheaply, build a portfolio, and prove you can do the work before betting everything on a lottery-style job hunt.

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