Recruiters, what would you say are the top 3 tech skills to focus on to stay employed in tech? I got laid off three times in the last two years. It's been really disheartening, but somehow not enough to make me consider another field. It could also be because I don't feel the slightest bit competent in any other field.

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Tough situation—thank you for being candid. Right now, cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP), AI/ML integrations, and cybersecurity are in especially high demand. But just as important are adaptability and communication. Pairing tech depth with storytelling around business impact can make you stand out during downturns.

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I think you summarized it perfectly! I work in those fields and I have been working every single day in the last 12 years. I need to improve storytelling though, I tend to focus on the technical aspect of it instead of business impact, which is 100% what makes you stand out the most.

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