@zkamvar About 30 years of software engineering came to an end a couple years ago. Multiple mergers over the years led to rounds of layoffs, offshoring talent, and benefit reductions. When the company jumped onboard with AI, it was time to clear my desk.

I'm too young to be retired but here I am. With my newfound freedom I've been traveling to Asia and sitting meditation retreats. I've been selling books and concert posters online to cover some expenses. And well, I think I'm actually happy.