ConTejas Code Sacha Greif: How to Understand Developers through Surveys
May 5, 2025
Join Sacha Greif, founder of Devographics and the architect behind influential surveys like State of JS and State of CSS. He dives into the art of crafting effective surveys, sharing insights on survey design and the use of AI for data analysis. Discover how developer trends have evolved since 2016, the challenges of quantifying developer experiences, and the importance of transparency in data collection. Sacha also discusses the impact of social media on tech perceptions and the ongoing popularity of frameworks amidst a chaotic landscape.
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JavaScript Frameworks Change Slowly
- JavaScript frameworks change slower than perceived despite hype about constant new entries.
- This slower pace allows developers to take breaks without fear of missing out on trends.
Hype Creates False Urgency
- The impression of fast-moving tech stems from hype cycles and social media noise.
- Developers often overestimate rapid change due to community promotion and creator marketing.
Frustration with AI "Vibe Coding"
- Tejas shares frustration with AI "vibe coding" producing unusable code.
- He found manually coding was faster and more effective than fixing AI-generated nonsense.