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What people get wrong about working in tech, according to tech workers
Six tech workers from companies like Amazon, Google, and Snap address common misconceptions about working in tech, including the belief that jobs are solely coding, that perks mask demanding work conditions, and that Big Tech is the only viable career path. They emphasize the cross-functional, people-oriented nature of tech roles and the evolving challenges driven by AI and industry changes.
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