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Moving Fast and Breaking Everything

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Overview

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Explore the profound impact of information technology on society in this thought-provoking Devoxx conference talk. Delve into the transformative power of software development and its far-reaching consequences on personal relationships, work dynamics, enterprise structures, and even the foundations of commerce. Examine the ethical responsibilities of developers in shaping the world through their creations. Investigate conflicting perspectives on info-capitalism and its future trajectory. Analyze historical technological advancements like the first credit card, cash machines, and railways, drawing parallels to modern innovations. Discuss the attention economy, psychological manipulation in tech, media bias, and information overload. Consider the economic adaptations driven by technology, including changes in advertising and business models. Evaluate the political ramifications of social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Address concerns about privacy, technological unemployment, and the role of engineers in navigating these complex issues. Gain valuable insights into the broader implications of software development and its potential to reshape society.

Syllabus

Introduction
First Credit Card
Cash Machine
Intel
Information
Technology and Society
Fire
Writing
Railways
Impulsivity Training Device
Your Attention is Very Valuable
Facebooks First Research Scientist
Psychological Cues
Media Bias
Information Overload
Economic Adaptation
Advertising
Lean Platforms
Existing Business Models
Political Impact
Twitter
Facebook
Intimate scrutiny
Technological unemployment
What can engineers do

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Devoxx

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