Why Empathy Matters
Offered By: JSConf via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the importance of empathy in software development and its impact on personal and project success in this conference talk from Reject.JS 2015. Delve into the concept of empathy, learn practical ways to incorporate it into your actions, and understand its pragmatic benefits. Discover how developers can cultivate empathy towards the community, colleagues, and themselves, while examining broader industry-wide approaches to enhance empathy. Cover topics such as mirror neurons, accessibility, onboarding, and being a good ally. Gain insights on why caring about users, co-workers, and oneself is crucial for a fulfilling career in technology.
Syllabus
Intro
History
Mirror Neurons
The Other
Accessibility
Onboarding
Be a Good Ally
Conclusion
Taught by
JSConf
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