Explore fundamental ethical questions in technology through this thought-provoking conference talk from linux.conf.au 2021. Delve into concepts of moral responsibility, decision-making, and the nature of right and wrong as they apply to the free and open-source software community. Examine philosophical frameworks like consequentialism, virtue ethics, and agent-based approaches, while tackling classic ethical dilemmas such as the Trolley Problem. Gain insights on addressing real-world ethical challenges in tech, including unions, weaponry, and organizational ethics. Engage with a unique perspective tailored for FOSS developers and enthusiasts, challenging you to consider your role and responsibilities in shaping technology's impact on society.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Im Extremely Nervous
Who am I
Academic credentials
What we talk about
Making decisions
Judith Jarvis Thompson
Whats right and wrong
Pain and death
consequentialism
evil
nonconsequentialism
virtue ethics
trolley problems
agentbased approaches
doing vs allowing
doctrine of double effect
agentbased approach
special consideration
frequently asked questions
unions
evil tech
weapons
money
moral case
QA Do you consider existing frameworks
QA Can an organization itself be ethical
Taught by
linux.conf.au
