Coders & Pixels

Jordan Adebayo

Columnist

Jordan Adebayo has managed teams of five and departments of fifty. After a successful 15-year career as an engineer and later a leader at several high-growth startups in London, he stepped away from management to focus on what he loved most: mentoring and developing people. He believes that the biggest challenges in tech aren't technical, but human. In his column, Jordan draws on his extensive experience to offer candid advice on everything from navigating promotions and giving difficult feedback to combating burnout. He is the author of the fictional book 'Code Your Career: A Manager's Playbook' and a sought-after speaker on engineering leadership.

Expertise

Engineering ManagementTeam Dynamics & CultureTechnical LeadershipCareer Progression & MentorshipAgile MethodologiesHiring & InterviewingSoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Coverage Areas

Career Development
Perspectives
Team Culture Case Studies

Latest Articles

A solitary programmer facing a digital landscape where code dissolves, symbolizing the impact of AI on developer jobs.
Perspectives

AI coding tools will make many developer jobs obsolete by 2026.

The American Translators Association has seen membership in its Science & Technology Division decline by 26% in less than two and a half years, according to Nature .

Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read

Digital representation of the White House imposing export controls on advanced AI models, symbolizing national security concerns in the tech industry.
SaaS & The Cloud

White House Directs Export Controls on AI to Anthropic

The White House ordered Anthropic to restrict the export of its AI models Fable and Mythos to anyone outside of the United States.

Jun 20, 2026 · 3 min read

Diverse team of developers collaborating with AI on a holographic interface in a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing the transformation of software development roles.
Perspectives

AI Will Not Replace Developers, But It Will Transform Their Roles.

At a company like Nutrient, engineers are now mandated to use agentic AI, with manual coding relegated to a fallback, leading to immense productivity gains.

Jun 18, 2026 · 5 min read

Diverse team members collaborating effectively in a hybrid work environment, blending in-person and virtual interactions to foster innovation and productivity.
Perspectives

How to Build Successful Remote and Hybrid Team Cultures

Companies can save approximately $11,000 per employee annually by cutting working hours in half and implementing telecommuting, while simultaneously boosting productivity by up to 13%, according to Ne

Jun 18, 2026 · 4 min read

SpaceX Starship ascending from Earth's orbit, with city lights visible on the planet below, symbolizing unprecedented demand and record valuation.
SaaS & The Cloud

SpaceX IPO Sees Unprecedented Demand, Record Valuation

Retail investors alone submitted over $100 billion in orders for SpaceX's initial public offering, far exceeding the $75 billion raised, despite the company reporting a nearly $5 billion loss last yea

Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Andrew Yang in a small Maine town, symbolizing a shift from national politics to local organizing and tech-focused solutions.
SaaS & The Cloud

Andrew Yang Builds Local Power, Bypassing Washington's Gridlock

In a small town in Maine, a candidate endorsed by Andrew Yang's Forward Party just won a local council seat.

Jun 11, 2026 · 4 min read

Holographic world map illustrating Opendoor's strategic pivot from India to AI-native US teams, symbolizing technological advancement and market focus.
SaaS & The Cloud

Opendoor exits India, cuts jobs amid AI and US-centric pivot

Less than two years after expanding its presence in India, Opendoor abruptly shut down its operations there, laying off approximately 250 employees as it pivots to "AI-native US teams.

Jun 11, 2026 · 3 min read

Waymo autonomous vehicle driving through a busy city intersection at night, showcasing advanced AI and safety technology.
AI & Machine Learning

Waymo's new Reference Driver framework benchmarks robotaxi safety

Waymo, the autonomous driving giant, has unveiled a new computer model that can simulate a human driver's behavior in the crucial moments before a crash, a significant leap beyond mere last-second rea

Jun 10, 2026 · 3 min read

Diverse group of developers collaborating in a futuristic city, surrounded by AI interfaces, highlighting the essential AI skills needed for 2026.
Perspectives

What are the essential AI skills for developers in 2026?

By 2026, critical AI skills shortages are projected to cost the global economy up to $5.

Jun 10, 2026 · 3 min read

A split image showing a dark, abstract digital void representing AI job displacement contrasted with a bright, futuristic city symbolizing new AI-driven career opportunities.
Perspectives

AI Will Displace Millions, But New Roles Offer Unprecedented Opportunity

Monthly job listings for forward deployed engineers increased more than 800% between January and September 2025, according to PYMNTS .

Jun 8, 2026 · 3 min read

The new Ferrari Luce electric car, showcasing its advanced design and impressive performance capabilities on a scenic road.
SaaS & The Cloud

Ferrari Launches Luce, Its First Electric Car, With Impressive Range

Ferrari's first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, debuted on May 28, 2026, with a staggering starting price of €550,000 ($640,000), immediately positioning it as an ultra-exclusive luxury offering, ac

Jun 1, 2026 · 3 min read

Artist KC Green confronting a monolithic AI structure, holding a panel of his 'This is Fine' meme in a symbolic stand for artist rights.
SaaS & The Cloud

KC Green and Artisan AI reach settlement over art dispute

Artist KC Green publicly called for followers to "vandalize" bus and subway ads featuring his iconic 'This is fine' meme.

Jun 1, 2026 · 3 min read

A developer's workspace illuminated by the glow of AI code suggestions, highlighting the new token-based billing system and its potential cost implications for users.
SaaS & The Cloud

Github Copilot token billing sparks developer concerns over costs

Starting June 1, GitHub Copilot users will find their familiar flat-rate subscriptions replaced by a token-based system where every line of AI-generated code could contribute to an unexpected bill.

May 31, 2026 · 3 min read

A glowing, abstract angel formed from code and data streams, symbolizing the Ghost Angels fund's focus on AI startups.
SaaS & The Cloud

Snap Alumni Launch Ghost Angels Fund for AI Startups

A collective of 20 former Snap employees has launched Ghost Angels, a new venture fund.

May 31, 2026 · 3 min read

Indian courtroom where the Delhi High Court has ordered Google to pay Rs 30 lakh in damages for trademark infringement in its ad business.
SaaS & The Cloud

Indian Court Criticizes Google Ad Business, Orders Rs 30 Lakh Payout

Google, a company that earned Rs 34,000 crore in gross advertising in India last year, was ordered by the Delhi High Court to pay Rs 30 lakh in damages for trademark infringement.

May 30, 2026 · 3 min read

A visual representation of AI job growth rapidly expanding and outpacing the slower development of traditional degree programs, highlighting a significant gap.
Perspectives

AI job growth outpaces degree programs

Nearly one in four U.

May 29, 2026 · 6 min read

A digital representation of Google's AI Overview interface showing a spelling error in the word 'Google', highlighting a flaw in advanced AI.
AI & Machine Learning

Google AI Overviews struggle with basic spelling

Google's AI Overview incorrectly stated there are two 'P's in 'Google', a fundamental error that immediately undermined its advanced technological premise.

May 28, 2026 · 2 min read

SolarSquare's $60 million funding fuels the expansion of rooftop solar installations across Indian homes, symbolizing a greener future.
SaaS & The Cloud

SolarSquare confirms $60M funding to expand rooftop solar market

SolarSquare, a company powering just over 20,000 homes, confirmed a $60 million Series C funding round.

May 24, 2026 · 3 min read

Futuristic concert venue with AI interface showing exclusive ticket reservations for top fans, symbolizing Spotify's new 'Reserved' feature.
AI & Machine Learning

Spotify's 'Reserved' feature saves concert tickets for top fans

Spotify is launching 'Reserved,' a new feature designed to hold concert tickets for an artist's most dedicated fans, offering them access before the general public.

May 21, 2026 · 3 min read

A futuristic recording studio setup with a microphone and holographic display showing soundwaves transforming into text, representing AI audiobook creation.
AI & Machine Learning

Spotify launches AI audiobook creation tool with ElevenLabs

Spotify now officially accepts audiobooks narrated by ElevenLabs' AI voices, heralding a new era for self-published content in 2026.

May 21, 2026 · 2 min read