I think the underlying problem is programmers who aren't very good at programming. That means they're constantly on the look out for some magic potion that will make it easier for them.

Of course some things do make it easier - frameworks, libraries etc. But they often only make it easier at the start before your project gets complex and needs custom out of the box things.

Programmers should just knuckle down and try to improve their skills rather than chasing the latest fads.