The Modern Trolley Problem

Explore the ethical implications of self-driving cars in this thought-provoking conference talk from NDC Melbourne 2022. Delve into the complexities of programming autonomous vehicles, examining the decision-making processes and algorithms that govern their behavior. Learn about object recognition and obstacle avoidance techniques, including a demonstration of training a model and deploying it to an Azure Percept device. Discuss the critical aspects of Responsible AI Principles and Sustainable Engineering Practices, emphasizing the importance of intentional and transparent coding. Engage with the speaker's insights on the intersection of technology and ethics, using examples from robot cars and LEGO figures to illustrate key concepts. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and responsibilities facing developers in the age of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems.

The Modern Trolley Problem - Michelle Sandford - NDC Melbourne 2022