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Your Software is Mission Critical

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Overview

Explore the critical nature of software development and its real-world impact in this thought-provoking conference talk from PHP UK Conference. Delve into the parallels between mission-critical systems like autopilots and weapon systems and everyday software applications. Discover how seemingly minor errors in code can have severe consequences, from delayed benefits causing homelessness to immigration system mistakes leading to deportations. Learn valuable lessons from mission-critical software production and how to apply them to "normal" development projects. Examine the importance of robust checks, practices, and design concepts in software development. Challenge the "move fast and break things" mentality when dealing with real people's lives. Gain insights into creating more responsible and reliable software that can prevent frustration, job losses, and even save lives.

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Your Software is Mission Critical - Mike Lehan

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PHP UK Conference

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