I built a dev job post tracker to see if we are in recession (not yet)

In plain words

Dev Quarterly tracks job postings across the software development industry to monitor economic trends. It collects and analyzes developer job listings to provide insights into whether the tech job market is contracting or expanding. The tool is designed for anyone interested in using employment data as an indicator of broader economic health, particularly during uncertain times. By monitoring posting volume over time, users can assess market conditions without relying on traditional economic reports.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

From the sources

The news might be full of tech layoffs and hiring freezes, but looking at the actual numbers of the developer job market provides a more accurate picture. With DevQuarterly (DQ) we are tracking and analyzing every single job post for developers along with all public data about the hiring companies. Follow the demand side of the global developer market in data.

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