
As AI eats some IT jobs, Bengaluru NIT-IIM graduate remembers his Kerala uncle who told him 'no scope for computer science' 20 years ago
Published on: Aug. 20, 2025, 2:05 p.m. | Source: Economic Times
An Indian entrepreneur recalls being discouraged from pursuing computer science in the early 2000s due to dot-com bubble fears. Despite initial disapproval, the field boomed, creating vast opportunities. Now, with AI advancements impacting low-skill IT jobs, the same naysayers might feel justified, but history suggests adaptation leads to continued success and new opportunities.