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Investigation and Creation of Software - Exploring Developer Realities

ChariotSolutions via YouTube

Overview

Explore the intersection of software development and scientific inquiry in this 57-minute conference talk by Jessica Kerr. Dive into the process of investigating and creating software, drawing parallels between developers and scientists. Learn how to skillfully explore the software ecosystems we inhabit and craft intuitive, user-friendly environments. Discover the importance of mental models, worldbuilding, and backwards compatibility in software development. Gain insights on refactoring, legacy code, and overcoming the fear of change. Examine the role of consistency and the creation of new instruments in software engineering. Understand the complexities of CSS, inline layouts, and developer tools through practical examples and philosophical perspectives.

Syllabus

Intro
Interview
CSS
Finding a spell
Creating an experiment
Exploring developer tools
Understanding CSS
CSS Blocks
Inline Layout
Variables Arent Boxes
Consistency
Worldbuilding
Building New Instruments
Mental Models
World Building
Fear of Change
Legacy Code
Refactor Mental Models
Backwards Compatibility

Taught by

ChariotSolutions

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