Stanford-MIT Grads Jobless: AI Era Demands 'Show Your Work' Over Degrees

• Silicon Valley founder Xiaoyin Qu states top university degrees no longer guarantee jobs in the AI era.
• Major tech companies like Meta have reduced hiring of new and junior employees; OpenAI recruits experienced individuals.
• Success now hinges on 'showing your work' through real projects, research, or product launches, not just degrees.
• The 'Build in Public' trend involves sharing work online, leading to opportunities in AI companies for those who can explain AI.
• Students are advised to proactively learn, build, launch, and participate in competitions to showcase their skills.