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Ask HN: Who is quitting? (July 2026)

An HN user asks who is quitting their job in July 2026, citing absurdity in the tech industry, and invites those leaving to share what pushed them to quit and what they plan to do next (even if nothing).

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- This is an "Ask HN" post — a community discussion thread on Hacker News (HN), a tech news and social news website run by Y Combinator. "Ask HN" posts are user-submitted questions or prompts for the HN community to discuss in the comments. - The post asks who is voluntarily leaving their job ("quitting") in July 2026. The framing "There's a lot of absurdity in this industry right now" implies the tech industry is going through a difficult period — possibly referencing ongoing layoffs, return-to-office mandates, AI disruption, or broader industry disillusionment. - The question is directed at people who "have the ability to do so," meaning those with enough savings, skills, or market position to quit without a new job lined up. The poster is gauging how many experienced tech workers are choosing to exit the industry altogether, not just switch companies. - "What pushed you?" asks about the final straw. "What will you be doing? (Even if nothing!)" normalizes the choice to take time off, pursue personal projects, travel, or simply rest — a notable counter-narrative to tech's hustle culture.

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Ask HN: Who is quitting? (July 2026)

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