AI is Splitting Tech Workers into Two Camps: Boosted or Burned Out
Lenny’s 2026 survey shows the tech workforce now polarizes: half feel AI has amplified their capabilities and confidence, while the other half feel displaced and insecure. Burnout rose to 56% and optimism slipped below 50%, with over half of respondents warning newcomers against the field. The divide predicts career sentiment more than title or tenure.