Crocheting & Coding - They're More Similar Than You Think

Explore the surprising parallels between crocheting amigurumi and software development in this engaging 25-minute RubyConf 2022 talk. Discover how the art of crocheting stuffed creatures shares key similarities with coding, and learn how this creative hobby can enhance your skills as a software developer. Gain insights into the design process, testing methodologies, and problem-solving techniques common to both crafts. Understand how crochet can improve pattern recognition, foster creative thinking, and even make you a better teacher and mentor in the tech world. Draw inspiration to connect your own hobbies to your role in technology or consider taking up crochet as a new creative outlet.