How to Be a Rockstar Developer - CPH DevFest 2024

Explore the fascinating journey of Rockstar, an esoteric programming language inspired by 1980s power ballads, in this keynote address from Copenhagen Developers Festival. Delve into the unexpected evolution of a joke specification that captured the internet's imagination and spawned real implementations. Discover the history of esoteric programming languages, from INTERCAL to Piet, and learn about the process of creating a new programming language. Gain insights into the technical aspects of Rockstar 2.0, which combines .NET, C#, JavaScript, browser APIs, and web assembly. Witness the intersection of humor and advanced software engineering as Dylan Beattie shares the story behind Rockstar's "difficult second album" and its surprising appearances in academic and coding circles. By the end of this entertaining and informative talk, you may even have the opportunity to become a Certified Rockstar 2.0 Developer.