Have you ever had the impression that the tech industry is one big game of “Who’s Getting Paid What?” There is a universal truth: your tech stack can make or break your income, regardless of your level of experience with coding or whether you still believe that “cloud computing” is just a fancy way of saying “weather.” ⛅
Let’s be honest: while some of us are working with state-of-the-art tools and frameworks and living the good life, others are still debugging PHP code from 2008. One friend, even if they’re using Notepad to code, is simply delighted to be included.
So, let’s break it down and see how your tech stack affects your pay and where you might fit in with this amusing (and a little too true) grand scheme.
The Tech Breakdown
You (The $500,000 Earner)
- Using React, Node.js, and AWS like a pro.
- Automating everything with CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes.
- Integrating AI/ML into your apps because why not?
- Living the dream: remote work, unlimited coffee, and a standing desk.
Your Friend 1 (The $30,000 Earner)
- Still debating whether to switch from jQuery to Vue.js.
- Struggling with CSS animations that break in IE11.
- Dreams of using Figma but still stuck with Photoshop.
Your Friend 2 (The $1,000 Earner)
- Maintaining a PHP system from 2008.
- Debugging code with no documentation and zero comments.
- Secretly Googling “How to escape legacy code hell.” 😂
The Guy in the Corner (The “You guys are getting paid?”)
- Coding in Notepad because “IDEs are for the weak.”
- Refuses to use Git because “I know where all my files are.”
- Thinks cloud computing is just another term for “weather” ⛅.
The Moral of the Story
- Upgrade your skills: Don’t be the guy stuck in 2008.
- Learn the latest tools: Frameworks, cloud platforms, and automation are your friends.
- Invest in yourself: A $500,000 salary starts with a $10 Udemy course.
What’s your tech stack? Are you the $500,000 earner, the $30,000 struggler, or the unpaid hero? Let us know in the comments!
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