What the death of Adobe Flash a decade ago tells freelancers today about the need to develop new skills

The provided text, primarily an article by Enrique Dans, analyzes the rapid decline of Adobe Flash following Apple's decision to cease support, illustrating how a once-dominant technical skill can quickly lose relevance. The author examines the labor market dynamics that ensued, noting that despite a sharp drop in demand, Flash developer salaries did not collapse due to the workforce's ability to adapt to newer technologies like HTML5. Dans highlights the importance of continuous skill diversification for tech professionals in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, drawing parallels with other technologies like Cobol and link building. Reader comments further enrich the discussion, providing personal anecdotes and diverse perspectives on the rise and fall of Flash, as well as the broader challenges and opportunities within the technology sector.This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «What the death of Adobe Flash a decade ago tells freelancers today about the need to develop new skills«