Talk in English - UK at The Dutch PHP Conference 2024
Short URL: https://joind.in/talk/17e13
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Once upon a time, developers were the unsung heroes of our world. The stereotypical developer, with glasses perched on the nose and an innate talent for science, even inspired the alter egos of superheroes.
However, today, software engineers often find themselves under scrutiny for their roles in creating data-gathering apps, facial recognition software in CCTV systems, and the constant tracking of citizens through GPS, among other issues.
From being heroes to becoming modern-day Dr. Frankensteins, tech creators face an unenviable dilemma: to embrace malevolence or strive for heroism.
During this talk, we will delve deep into the complex relationship between technology and ethics, and explore how developers navigate the fine line between progress and principles.
This is our villain’s origin story, told with a touch of dark humor.
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Bit unfair of someone to give a 1 star review with no comment. I'd rate this 3-4 stars but I want to balance some negativity and help out.
Your topic is super important and I liked the way you were passionate about it. The laugh exercise at the start was fun audience involvement at the end of a day of conference. You're presenting in what I guess is a second language and at times it was hard to understand - if you slowed down talking a bit I think it'd be easier. The sociology research was super interesting - I'd have liked more time on that and less on SBF (because it's far easier for us to do wrong without realising it compared to true criminality). Good answers to questions. Well done and do this more!
More conferences should put this talk on the schedule. A very important topic that does not get enough attention. The talk was very informative but also entertaining, and leaving the talk there is a lot of food for thought. Really well done!