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Why Big Companies Are Laying Off: Causes, Numbers and What Developers Should Do

🎯 New Article: Why Big Companies Are Laying Off β€” What Developers Can Do

Hi everyone πŸ‘‹ β€” I just published a deep-dive on layoffs in 2025 and what developers should be doing to stay ahead.

πŸ‘‰ Read it here: Why Big Companies Are Laying Off: Causes, Numbers and What Developers Should Do

πŸ” What you’ll get

Verified stats on major companies (e.g., ~14K cuts at Amazon, ~15K at Microsoft, etc.)

A breakdown of the real reasons behind the layoff wave (AI, cost-discipline, strategic pivots)

Alternative strategies companies could use instead of layoffs

A no-panic guide for developers: how to protect your role, reskill, and stay future-ready

πŸ§‘β€πŸ’» Why developers should read it

If you’re working in tech, especially in dev/engineering roles, this is not just about layoffs β€” it’s about where the industry is heading and where you can position yourself.

Would love to hear: What one skill are you learning or planning to build in 2025 to stay ahead? Drop a comment and let’s discuss.

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