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What Our Brains Can Teach Us About Software Engineering

Offered By: GOTO Conferences via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating parallels between neuroscience and software engineering in this thought-provoking conference talk from GOTO Copenhagen 2016. Delve into the concept of "the happy path" in software design and challenge the assumption that computers always behave predictably. Discover how understanding brain function can inspire more robust and adaptable software systems. Learn from Julie Pitt, a software engineer and entrepreneur, as she draws insights from neuroscience to improve software development practices. Gain valuable perspectives on creating resilient systems that can handle unexpected scenarios and adapt to changing environments, much like the human brain.

Syllabus

What our Brains can Teach us About Software Engineering • Julie Pitt • GOTO 2016


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