I've been laid off twice: once in 2007, again in 2014. The first layoff was from a mid-sized company (150 employees). I didn't get much severance, but it wasn'

I've been laid off twice: once in 2007, again in 2014. The first layoff was from a mid-sized company (150 employees). I didn't get much severance, but it wasn't a surprise since that company had competitive pressures they were not able to respond to. I had another job lined up and there was virtually no disruption. The second time was from a large company (70,000+ employees). Severance was good and I found a job before it ran out in three or four months. Both times resulted in good career moves for me. I was surprised at how long the job search took. Surround yourself with supportive people. Capitalism doesn't care about you. It's not a judgment on your humanity or ability as a developer. The only thing your employer owes you what they are contractually obligated to owe you.