Robotics job boom expected; powerful arms now cost $1k
tristanbob · x · 2026-08-23
Tristan predicts an explosion in robotics-related jobs over the next five years, mirroring the IT support job boom of the 1990s. Additionally, a user noted that high-quality robotic arms are now available for around $1,000, comparing the current state to building PCs in the 90s.
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