I left tech at 32 and joined the trades. I didn't like how AI was changing my job

Left a tech career at 32 after growing disillusioned with AI-heavy workflows and corporate life.
Now pursuing a carpentry apprenticeship — finding placements has been tough (site visits, OSHA course), but she’s determined and prefers millwork.
Loves the trades’ worker-first community; a union meeting felt unexpectedly supportive and reaffirmed her decision.

I left tech at 32 and joined the trades. I didn't like how AI was changing my job — I have no regrets.