AI Winter Bites: The Struggle for Computer Science Grads in a Shrinking Tech Job Market

The post-pandemic tech layoff wave has hit globally, with many tech companies, especially large ones, significantly reducing hiring. Simultaneously, rapid AI advancements are displacing some programmers. For recent computer science graduates, the job market is tougher. While some secure roles through internships and networking, intense competition and uncertainty remain. Experts suggest over-hiring during the pandemic and worsening macroeconomic conditions also play roles, not just AI. However, tech still needs talent; job types and locations are shifting, with opportunities emerging outside the tech giants, such as in banking.