A former 18F designer shares their experience leaving the government agency amid concerning changes in leadership and organizational structure. The resignation was prompted by potentially problematic interviews conducted by unnamed officials, followed by mass layoffs of probationary employees. The narrative highlights the intersection of government work, labor rights, and the impact of politically-driven organizational changes.
JPMorganChase CEO Jamie Dimon firmly rejected employee petitions against the company's full return-to-office mandate, expressing frustration with remote work practices and abuse. Over 1,200 employees signed a petition arguing the policy disproportionately impacts women, caregivers, seniors, and disabled workers, while the company maintains its stance on mandatory in-person work.
While AI and LLMs show promise in code generation, they struggle with novel problems and lack true reasoning capabilities, making them unlikely to replace software engineers. The misunderstanding of software engineering's value stems from poor communication between technical and non-technical colleagues, highlighting the need for engineers to better explain their problem-solving role.