Software developers are not okay

· Baldur Bjarnason · Oct. 6, 2026, 11:36 a.m.
Summary
This blog post explores the increasing discontent and mental health struggles within the software development community, attributing much of it to systemic pressures brought on by AI integration, managerial incentives, and burnout. It reflects on the experiences shared by many, including recent graduates, who are questioning their careers in tech due to a rapidly changing and often hostile work environment. The author calls for an acknowledgment of these issues as a critical first step for those in the industry.
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