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Richard Ewing Richard Ewing
Updated on March 25, 2026

In the Vibe Coding Era, What Does a Software Engineer Even Do?

AI coding assistants have redefined the work of the software developer. Our expert explains what the job will look like going forward.

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Julius Černiauskas Julius Černiauskas
Updated on March 18, 2026

What Would Happen If Web Scraping Were Banned?

Despite its somewhat mixed reputation, scraping is vital to numerous important parts of the modern web. Our expert explores the effects of a possible ban.

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Margo Steines Margo Steines
Updated on March 17, 2026

12 Largest Software Companie

These software companies build programs and applications for computers, mobile phones and other devices.

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Jeff Rumage Jeff Rumage
Updated on March 12, 2026

The Computer Science Degree Is Losing its Luster in the Age of AI

Computer science enrollment fell more than any other college major this school year amid fears of AI displacement. Some students see engineering as less susceptible to automation, while others are seeking specialized degrees to ride the AI wave.

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Dmitry Rumbeshta Dmitry Rumbeshta
Updated on March 05, 2026

SaaSpocalypse Now: Will AI Agents Destroy the SaaS Marketplace?

As headlines trumpet the coming “SaaSpocalypse,” the reality is AI agents will thin the market, not kill it. Here’s how your company can survive.

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Richard Ewing Richard Ewing
Updated on March 05, 2026

Real Innovation Requires Deleting Code, Not Writing It

Too many companies are only focused on how much they can ship. It’s just as important to know when to cut.

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Tatum Hunter Tatum Hunter
Updated on March 04, 2026

21 New Programming Languages to Learn

Check out these top new programming languages every developer should know about.

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Richard Ewing Richard Ewing
Updated on February 25, 2026

When AI Writes the Code, What Skills Are Employers Hiring For?

Code generation is free now, so employers need to measure engineering judgment. Here’s how.

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Mike Thomas Mike Thomas
Updated on February 19, 2026

The Future of AI: How Artificial Intelligence Will Change the World

The future of AI refers to the evolving role of artificial intelligence in shaping how people live, work and interact with their daily lives — driven by advances in generative AI models, AI automation and ethical AI innovation.

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Sri Ganesan Sri Ganesan
Updated on February 18, 2026

Software Keeps Getting Smarter. Forward Deployed Engineers Make Sure Customers Keep Up.

As software products become increasingly technical, forward-deployed engineers bridge the gap between your company’s innovation and your customers’ adoption.

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