Then this seems to be true of cargo cult programming too: blockchain, NFT, machine learning, agile, cloud-native, big data (or take your pick) enthusiasts creat

Then this seems to be true of cargo cult programming too: blockchain, NFT, machine learning, agile, cloud-native, big data (or take your pick) enthusiasts creating a great deal of online chatter, organising conventions etc., not merely out of innocent fanaticism, but as a deliberate means to a) draw in VC money b) create consulting opportunities c) build personal branding and finally, d) pad CVs.