Software Engineers Are Treated Like Garbage

Namanh Kapur • March 1, 2025
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Thanks Bilt Rewards for sponsoring this video! Start earning points on rent right now when you sign up at https://yt.link/CqQP7a2 // Software engineers are treated like absolute trash. The same perks that make tech look like a dream job are just a smokescreen for how badly companies treat us. And the worst part? We’ve started accepting it. Normalizing it even. 🔗 Grab my resume template: https://557542485850.gumroad.com/l/wgzga Follow me @ https://www.instagram.com/namanhkapur/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 3:59 - Bilt shoutout (ad) 4:35 - Instagram 4:42 - Chapter #1: Edwards vs. Monicas 6:40 - Chapter #2: PIP Culture 8:05 - Chapter #3: Deadlines 8:56 - Chapter #4: Layoffs 9:37 - Chapter #5: Capitalism 10:45 - Chapter #6: Engineers Writing Their Own Downfall 11:41 - Outro My Equipment: Main Camera: https://amzn.to/3HpzZ92 Main Mic: https://amzn.to/3Nuyfz8 Main Lens: https://amzn.to/3ncJUId M1 Macbook Pro: https://amzn.to/3tjfkfJ iPhone 13 Pro: https://amzn.to/3xwsI2r Phopik 55'' Tripod: https://amzn.to/3zmL6vZ Deity V-Mic D4 Duo: https://amzn.to/3zoF126 Boom Mic Stand: https://amzn.to/3H1IOEw Audio Cable Extension: https://amzn.to/3MrBcfH TRS to TRRS Patch Cable: https://amzn.to/3mvDSy6 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter: https://amzn.to/3MwX0GG Disclosure: Some of the above links are affiliate links. Using these links is one of the best ways to support me at no cost to you! Cameo by ​Ashleyngucci Sub count: 241,364 #softwareengineer #job #programming #tech #coding

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