Explore the intersection of software development and scientific methodology in this insightful conference talk. Learn how to apply the scientific method to improve your development process, from designing effective experiments to embracing emergent behavior. Discover the parallels between agile development practices and scientific inquiry, and gain valuable insights into creating more robust, user-centered solutions. Examine famous historical experiments and their impact on knowledge advancement, and understand how even "failed" experiments can lead to important breakthroughs. Gain practical tips for sharing your experimental results and fostering a culture of continuous learning within your development team. Participate in live experiments and leave with a fresh perspective on how to approach software development challenges using scientific principles.
Doing IT for Science - Sprints, Startups and the Scientific Method
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Computing and Science
Word Processor
On Start Again
Super Mario
Reusing Existing Solutions
Cutting Edge Solutions
The Scientific Method
Rainbows
Newton
Newton Hypothesis
Newtons Vision
Observation
Experiment vs Product
The Pilot System
The Illusion of Choice
Agile Product Development
Scientific Experiment
Dependency Injection
Easy Code Reuse
Experimental Validation
Analysis
Better
Facetoface
Questions
Conclusion
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