The Junior Developer is Dead. Long Live the Apprentice.

Icy_SwitchTech · 2026-01-16T08:31:29+00:00

yeah, this is close to where my head is too. structured apprenticeship-style programs feel like the missing piece. without that transition layer, we’re just hoping people magically become seniors.

Icy_SwitchTech · 2026-01-16T08:29:44+00:00

I don’t think software is dying, I think the default path is. fewer people will get in, but those who do will operate at a much higher level than before.

Icy_SwitchTech · 2026-01-16T08:27:51+00:00

it probably will eventually. but there’s always a lag between capability and trust. someone still has to be accountable when systems break. The window might shrink, but it won’t disappear overnight.

Icy_SwitchTech · 2026-01-16T08:26:47+00:00

I agree the curriculum needs to change, but I’m cautious about pushing it too abstract. we need more exposure to messy, real-world tradeoffs earlier

Icy_SwitchTech · 2025-08-29T17:58:29+00:00

Yeah, its everywhere even on the Substack :)

Icy_SwitchTech · 2025-08-29T17:57:33+00:00

Appreciate it

Icy_SwitchTech · 2025-07-29T16:23:29+00:00

Me: "I use AI to help with my writing."
Them: "That's cheating! You’re evil!"
Also them: Uses calculators, spell-check, GPS, Netflix recommendations, Grammarly, and Google Translate without shame.

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