Why You Should Avoid Angular 18 for New Projects in 2026: A Developer Survey As we move into 2026, the front-end framework landscape continues to evolve rapidly. A recent global survey of 2,500+ developers conducted in Q4 2025 sheds light on shifting sentiments toward Angular 18, released in late 2024. While Angular remains a staple in enterprise environments, the survey data reveals compelling reasons why teams should think twice before adopting Angular 18 for new projects this year. Key Findings from the 2026 Developer Survey The survey, which polled front-end developers, tech leads, and engineering managers across 40+ countries, found that only 18% of respondents would recommend Angular 18 for new projects in 2026, down from 34% for Angular 17 in 2025. Below are the top-cited pain points: 1. Steep Learning Curve and Talent Shortage 62% of survey respondents highlighted Angular’s persistent steep learning curve as a major barrier.…