The latest articles on DEV Community by Oreofe Towobola (@oreofe_towobola_fd2677ddc). https://dev.to/oreofe_towobola_fd2677ddc https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F4110300%2Fe2d97a76-7ab0-493b-8783-eb8f4275e2dc.png https://dev.to/oreofe_towobola_fd2677ddc en Oreofe Towobola Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:48:47 +0000 https://dev.to/oreofe_towobola_fd2677ddc/the-current-reality-of-those-wanting-to-break-into-tech-and-gain-stability-2jfp https://dev.to/oreofe_towobola_fd2677ddc/the-current-reality-of-those-wanting-to-break-into-tech-and-gain-stability-2jfp <p>Breaking into the tech industry in 2026 remains a challenging endeavor for newcomers, characterized by a paradox of high demand for specialized skills alongside a saturated entry-level market.</p> <h3> <strong>The Core Realities of 2026</strong> </h3> <ul> <li><p><strong>The "Experience" Premium:</strong><br> The market is heavily skewed toward mid-level and senior talent who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision. Hiring managers are less willing to invest in long-term mentorship programs for juniors, leading to a "chicken-and-egg" scenario where entry-level roles require 2–3 years of experience. </p></li> <li><p><strong>The AI Skill Shift:</strong><br> While generalist software engineering roles have fluctuated, demand for AI-integrated roles (AI engineering, data infrastructure, LLM optimization) has surged. This means "knowing how to code" is no longer enough; the value lies in knowing how to leverage AI tools to build, deploy, or manage AI-driven systems. </p></li> <li><p><strong>Market Bifurcation:</strong><br> The job market is not uniform. While some reports suggest a surge in engineering openings, much of this is concentrated in highly specialized niches. Traditional "fresh out of bootcamp" or "new grad" entry-level roles remain highly competitive, with candidates often facing hundreds of applicants per opening. </p></li> </ul> productivity beginners career learning Oreofe Towobola Sat, 05 Sep 2026 11:43:02 +0000 https://dev.to/oreofe_towobola_fd2677ddc/cloud-concepts-understanding-the-foundations-of-modern-computing-1bp2 https://dev.to/oreofe_towobola_fd2677ddc/cloud-concepts-understanding-the-foundations-of-modern-computing-1bp2 <p><strong>What is the cloud</strong>: The cloud is a way of delivering computing services—such as servers, storage, databases, networking, software, and analytics—over the internet instead of running them on your own computer or local data center. Then we ask ourselves what are the core concepts of the cloud, what makes it up. These include:</p> <p>** Key Cloud Concepts**</p> <ul> <li> <strong>Computing:</strong> Virtual machines and processing power.</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fv49grfcgoledi5gb5q2p.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fv49grfcgoledi5gb5q2p.png" alt="Computing" width="800" height="533"></a></p> <ul> <li> <strong>Storage:</strong> Places to store files, backups, and databases.</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fiaw3x7qdaxdm0qfpxfok.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fiaw3x7qdaxdm0qfpxfok.png" alt="Storage" width="800" height="533"></a></p> <ul> <li> <strong>Networking:</strong> Connections that allow systems and users to communicate.</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fob76arwn6ishpxulceod.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fob76arwn6ishpxulceod.png" alt="Networking" width="800" height="533"></a></p> <ul> <li> <strong>Security:</strong> Tools and policies that protect data and applications.</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F7j2hrta0socpfemooe2c.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F7j2hrta0socpfemooe2c.png" alt="Security" width="800" height="533"></a></p> <ul> <li> <strong>Scalability:</strong> The ability to increase or decrease resources as demand changes.</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F2unsgfk7qn5vj1pldlnl.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2F2unsgfk7qn5vj1pldlnl.png" alt="Scalability" width="800" height="533"></a></p> <ul> <li> <strong>Pay-as-you-go:</strong> You pay only for the resources you use.</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fia9czdsh8kp9dtcd65v3.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fia9czdsh8kp9dtcd65v3.png" alt="Pay as you go" width="800" height="533"></a></p> <p>Cloud computing has transformed the way individuals and organizations access, manage, and deliver technology. Organizations that embrace cloud computing gain the agility, resilience, and competitive advantage needed to thrive in an increasingly connected world.</p> devops showdev productivity beginners