Desperation by Design: How Unrealistic Tech Hiring Breaks New Talent

The tech industry's hiring crisis forces entry-level candidates into an impossible choice: accept unrealistic job postings or risk unemployment, directly harming their mental health and skill development. AI-powered ATS filters and HR departments writing omnibus job descriptions have created a system that treats fresh talent as disposable resources rather than learners needing clear growth paths. This vicious cycle not only stunts innovation but wastes potential that could thrive under realistic expectations.