Leveraging Our Brains in Software Development

Explore the intersection of psychology and software development in this insightful GOTO 2019 conference talk featuring Fahran Wallace and Benjamin Mitchell. Delve into the impact of psychological biases on work environments, examining whether our brains are naturally suited for software development. Investigate the balance between passion and a "know it all" attitude, and learn strategies for addressing hierarchical structures in the workplace. Discover methods to combat biases from the outset of a project and gain valuable insights on navigating challenging work relationships. Analyze common problems in software projects and teams, and explore recommended books on cognitive biases, human behavior, and effective communication in the tech industry.

Intro
Psychological biases at work
Are our brains wired for software development?
Passion vs the “know it all” attitude
Tackling “hierarchy”
Can we fight biases from the start of a project?
When to give up a difficult relationship at work?
Problems in software projects/teams
Outro