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IT Job Market 2026: Is Hiring Back to Pre-Recession Levels?
An honest analysis of the IT job market in 2026, hiring trends, and what job seekers should realistically expect.
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IT Job Market 2026: Is Hiring Back to Pre-Recession Levels?
The IT job market in 2026 shows clear signs of recovery, but hiring patterns have fundamentally changed.
Key Hiring Shifts
- Fewer mass hirings, more skill-based selection
- Strong demand for AI, cloud, and automation roles
- Increased contract and remote roles
What This Means for Job Seekers
- Skills matter more than degrees
- Projects outweigh certifications
- Domain depth beats surface-level knowledge
Learning Resources
- LinkedIn Learning → https://www.linkedin.com/learning/
- Coursera Career Paths → https://www.coursera.org/
Read time: ~4 minutes
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