UK-based Indian techie says he was laid off after 15 years in IT
After 15 years of dedicated work in the UK tech sector, an Indian IT professional found himself suddenly unemployed. Reflecting on the growing influence of artificial intelligence on employment, he called for vigilance among colleagues. Despite the global downturn, he pointed out that India has not yet felt the full impact. He advocates for proactive savings and plans to chronicle his next steps…
An Indian IT professional based in the UK recounted losing his job after a 15-year career in the tech industry, attributing the experience to the rise of artificial intelligence. In a video, he explained that his company had been gradually eliminating employees over the past three years, culminating in his own layoff. The professional emphasized that AI is a real threat to jobs in the IT field and urged those working in potentially automatable roles to consider the risk.
He stressed the importance of preparing for job loss by discussing the possibility with loved ones and creating a backup plan, which he had already established with savings. Despite the uncertainty, he expressed neutrality about his feelings and said he was focused on planning his next steps, whether that involves finding another job, exploring a new direction in technology, or starting something of his own. The professional encouraged others to do the same by developing a PLAN B.
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