> I think it entirely has to do with a generation of software people getting into the field (understandably) because it makes them a lot of money, rather than b

> I think it entirely has to do with a generation of software people getting into the field (understandably) because it makes them a lot of money, rather than because they're passionate about software. These, by-and-large, are mediocre technical people and they tend to hire other mediocre technical people. It also goes back to if you're passionate about the technology, you'll be willing to spend a weekend learning something new vs just doing the bare minimum to check off this week's sprint goals.