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> In 30 years, there's a good chance that you won't be using any of the technology that you're using today. Spend the next 20 years doing the same technology i
by morgante 13y ago
> In 30 years, there's a good chance that you won't be using any of the technology that you're using today. Spend the next 20 years doing the same technology in a big company and you might find yourself with a big problem.
I don't doubt that it'd be different technology. But why would I not evolve? I'm constantly learning new languages and techniques through side projects. People who aren't constantly pushing themselves to learn more probably should get left behind.
- nitrogen 13y agoSome long-term projects may be so complex and involving that they comsume a developer's entire cognitive capacity, leaving too little time and energy for side projects. These are the kinds of niche industry projects that can be incredibly fascinating, but "invisible" to other companies.