[DogLover_]

Because barrier to entry is much lower now than it was for you when you entered the field. What we do is not that difficult and with the advent of youtube, best practices, and better tools it has become much easier than it used to be. It is also easier because to learn it you only need a computer, internet-connection, and free time. Training to become a carpenter for example, requires space, physical work, and some money.

[ngc248]

>>> What we do is not that difficult

Somethings are not, but some are. Just like everything else, software work also ranges from easy to hard.

[randomdata]

Not difficult to do in some academic way, but often demanding of your attention in boring ways (writing tests, handling errors, etc.) that the developer in it for the money isn't able to commit to.

[Dudeman112]

Just like everything else too, most of the work out there isn't that difficult