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The Beauty of Stupid Ideas

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Explore the value of pursuing unconventional ideas in software development through this conference talk. Delve into examples of seemingly impractical projects, such as creating a custom number system in .NET or building an IoC container in JavaScript. Discover the unexpected learning opportunities and insights that arise from embracing "stupid" ideas. Examine the importance of intrinsic motivation, trust, and allowing for failure in fostering innovation and employee satisfaction. Challenge traditional management approaches and gain a fresh perspective on problem-solving in the tech industry.

Syllabus

Introduction
Why we follow stupid ideas
Hash object
Update blob
Create tree
Create commit
Why cant I
Motivation
How to make staff happy
Traditional management
Carrot and stick
Trust
Failure
Stupid idea
Computers are good with numbers
Math nerds
Surreal numbers
Code
Proof
Crazy number system
Making people happy
Intrinsic motivation
Fourth bad idea
Change of life
Bad idea
Next time
Questions

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