Born for IT - How the Image of Software Developers Came About

Explore the evolution of the programmer profession and its societal image in this thought-provoking GOTO Berlin 2016 conference talk. Trace the 70-year history of programming, examining how early developments shaped the current stereotype of programmers as socially-awkward white men. Delve into topics such as the ENIAC Girls, pair programming, aptitude tests, and personality profiles in the tech industry. Discuss diversity issues, standardization, and the concept of the "real programmer." Gain insights on imposter syndrome, bias, and the importance of viewing people as individuals in IT. Learn valuable advice for aspiring programmers and explore the future of the field, including machine learning and personalization.

Intro
What is a programmer
History of our profession
Google
ENIAC Girls
Jean Bartik Interview
Pair Programming
Jean Bartik
Programmer
Computers
Software
Maurice Wilkes
IBM
Aptitude tests
IBM Pat
Personality Profiles
Programmers
Cartoons
SDC
Unlocking the Clubhouse
Im not that passionate
Scale in our heads
The other side of diversity
The status quo
Stop acting surprised
The real programmer
Conclusion
Diversity
Standardization
Advice for budding programmers
Machine learning
You have to learn
Imposter syndrome
We only hire people
Bias
Magic
Personalization
People as individuals
More women in IT