The New Stack Podcast Why Are So Many Developers Out of Work in 2024?
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Dec 12, 2024 Ross O'Neill, Senior Manager of Learning at Andela, focuses on bridging the tech skills gap, particularly in Africa. Chris Aniszczyk, CTO of CNCF, emphasizes the urgent need for Kubernetes-certified professionals. Together, they discuss an initiative to train 20,000 tech talents in cloud-native technologies. The conversation explores how tech layoffs and regional disparities affect the developer job market. They also highlight the importance of networking and soft skills in landing tech positions amidst evolving demands for cloud and security expertise.
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Uneven Distribution of Developer Talent
- The developer workforce is unevenly distributed globally, with some regions having a surplus while others face shortages.
- Despite a growing number of developers, many tech jobs remain unfilled due to a mismatch in skills.
Global Talent Marketplace
- Traditional recruitment focuses on local talent pools, limiting access to skilled individuals.
- Andela provides a global talent marketplace, connecting companies with skilled developers regardless of location.
CNCF and Andela Partnership
- CNCF and Andela partnered to train 20,000 African developers in cloud-native skills over the coming years.
- This initiative addresses the high demand for Kubernetes skills and aims to promote global inclusivity in cloud native technology.