Existential Engineering or How Ethics Precedes Error Handling

Explore the intersection of ethics and software engineering in this thought-provoking JSConf EU 2018 talk. Delve into how unconscious biases and intentions manifest in code, despite computers' literal interpretation. Examine various schools of ethics, existing engineering codes of conduct, and pressing ethical dilemmas in the tech industry. Learn about influential figures like Sofia Umoja Nobel, Phillip Peyton Jr, and Sadie Fagan, and their impact on ethical considerations. Investigate topics such as gentrification, algorithmic bias, and the importance of compassion in technology. Discover three key ethical influences and explore formal ethical frameworks. Challenge yourself to stretch your imagination and consider the perspectives of thinkers like Jane Jacobs. Gain insights on how to make the World Wide Web a more inclusive and ethically sound space for all users.