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Prompt Engineer in 2026: Real Career or Temporary Trend?
A realistic evaluation of prompt engineering as a long-term career.
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Prompt Engineer in 2026: Real Career or Temporary Trend?
Prompt engineering is evolving into a supporting skill, not a standalone role.
Where It Matters
- AI tooling teams
- Automation workflows
- Product prototyping
Future Outlook
- Combine with core engineering
- Not a replacement for fundamentals
Learning Resources
- OpenAI Docs → https://platform.openai.com/docs
- Prompt Engineering Guide → https://www.promptingguide.ai/
Read time: ~3 minutes
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