[pedalpete]

I'm curious why you think tech would be any different from any other industry? People definitely retire from tech.

Yes, there is lots of burn out as well. I suspect much of the burn out is due to lack of having a reason to do what they do.

For the last 40 years, tech has been a tool of creation. It's becoming a utility. Part of the fabric of everything we do.

Almost every company has tech, just like every company has accounting.

I believe burn out is often a result of a lack of purpose. If you are on a mission, you are less likely to burn out. This also assumes you are taking good care of yourself, taking breaks, being well rounded, etc.