E20: Technology is Making You Lazy

In this episode, the hosts vent about their recent performance reviews and frustrations with corporate America. They discuss their disappointment with their bonuses and salary increases. The conversation then shifts to cosplay and their love for the animated series Helluva Boss. They share their experiences with cosplay and their favorite characters. The hosts also talk about their unconventional food habits and their lack of a concept of time when it comes to meals. Finally, they express their longing for a trip to Disney and Universal theme parks. The conversation explores the question of whether technology is making engineers lazy. It discusses the impact of technology on engineers' work, the role of cost-cutting in engineering, and the idealized state versus the reality. The conversation also highlights the importance of mentorship and technical leadership in developing quality engineers. The conversation explores the role of AI as a knowledge resource in systems engineering and the potential benefits and limitations of relying on AI for information. It delves into the importance of process in architecture and the challenges faced by junior engineers in learning the intricacies of their field. The conversation also highlights the impact of technology on training and the need for teaching architecture beyond just using automated tools. It concludes with a discussion on the pitfalls of automated tools and the influence of a pessimistic perspective. The conversation explores the impact of culture and systems on laziness, discussing how overwork, burnout, and lack of resources contribute to a sense of laziness. The role of automation in enabling laziness is also examined, highlighting the need for proper training and review processes. The importance of metadata in automation is emphasized, as well as the need for millennial managers who can understand both sides of the fence. The conversation concludes with a discussion on finding a balance between hustle culture and work-life balance, and advocating for promotions and raises. In this conversation, KC and Ashley discuss various topics related to the tech industry and engineering careers. They talk about navigating new managers and promotions, the impact of changing tools and systems, the role of automation in hiring, and the consequences of hiring incompetent employees. They also discuss the lazy culture in the tech industry, the generational divide in the workforce, and the challenges faced by new hires. Additionally, they explore the financial challenges of engineering careers and the potential threat of AI and automation. The conversation concludes with a call to action to follow their social media accounts.

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