After 34 years in software development, I'm beginning to wonder if being "left behind" might in fact be the secret to a long career.
Sometimes it’s better to be left behind. If you’re standing at the edge of a cliff, you don’t want to be pushed forward. If you’re waiting for a train, stepping forward too soon will be a huge mistake.
There’s a big difference between falling and diving, and between jumping in front of a train and simply boarding it.
There is a good reason why software development is compared to craftsmanship.