Overview
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Explore the moral responsibilities and ethical dilemmas facing software engineers in this 50-minute conference talk from Android Makers. Examine the significant power developers wield in shaping technology that impacts millions of users daily, from medical cancer detection systems to spam bots, AI applications, and data-sensitive platforms. Learn to recognize and navigate ethical challenges through real-life examples, ranging from seemingly harmless decisions like questionable newsletter subscription practices to more complex issues involving password security and data handling. Discover how to identify subtle ethical problems that are difficult to detect and resolve, while understanding the broader consequences of your code on society. Gain insights into making responsible development decisions and contributing to better software engineering practices that prioritize user welfare and ethical standards in an increasingly connected world.
Syllabus
Being an ethical software engineer
Taught by
Android Makers