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The Tech Graduate Paradox: Learning Code Versus Job Reality

In an astonishing development within the academic landscape, the number of Computer Science graduates at UC Berkeley skyrocketed by over 1,100% from 2011 to 2021. Predictions suggest that if this trend continues, in just a few short years, all 30,000 undergraduates at Berkeley could be pursuing degrees in Computer Science. By 2059, this institution may produce more graduates in this field than there are residents in California. However, the paradox lies in the fact that, despite this massive surge in graduates, the number of software developers employed in the United States has actually declined over the past six years. The situation presents an alarming disconnect between academic output and job market demand.