Owen Hughes

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Owen is a senior editor at ZDNET. Based in London, UK, Owen covers software development, IT workforce trends and the evolution of tech and work. He also handles features for ZDNET's European contributors. Owen has previously written for tit…les including TechRepublic, Newsweek, Mobile Europe and TechRadar.

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Latest from Owen Hughes

Fixing the next big tech skills shortage will need a quantum leap

Quantum computing companies need talent. But you don't need a PhD to work in technology's most exciting field.

November 22, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Quantum Computing

When it comes to tech spending in 2023, there's one top priority

According to Red Hat's 2023 Tech Outlook report, there's a clear leader when it comes to investment plans.

November 17, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Digital Transformation

Choosing a college major? Why computer science graduates have fewer regrets

A whopping 44% of jobseekers with college degrees regret their college major choice.

November 15, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Professional Development

Twitter: After banning remote work, Elon Musk goes after free lunches

There may be no such thing as a free lunch. At least, not if you work at Twitter.

November 14, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Social Media

Employers want tech skills, but you don't have to be a developer to get a better job

These tech skills for non-tech people can help you stand out to recruiters in 2023.

November 14, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Professional Development

Hiring or firing? Why job cuts at big tech don't always show the full picture

Despite doom and gloom at big tech, the hiring market remains strong for software developers and skilled IT staff.

November 13, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Developer

Software development is evolving, and so is what developers are interested in

SlashData's 23rd Developer Nation global survey ran from June to August 2022 and reached more than 26,000 developers from 163 countries.

November 11, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Developer

Less is more: Why the four-day week is rocking the world of work

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November 10, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Productivity

Elon Musk tells Twitter staff: No more remote working

Twitter staff must be in the office at least 40 hours per week unless personally approved by Elon Musk, according to a report.

November 10, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Social Media

Cybersecurity, cloud and coding: Why these three skills will lead demand in 2023

Cybersecurity, coding and data skills are like gold dust - and demand in 2023 will only grow.

November 9, 2022 by Owen Hughes in Business

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