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Programming Ethics involves adhering to moral principles in software development, ensuring fairness, privacy, security, and social responsibility in the creation and deployment of technology.
Marc Andreessen’s “The Techno-Optimist Manifesto” presents a compelling vision of the future shaped by technology. He argues against the pervasive pessimism surrounding technology, emphasizing its role as the foundation of civilization and a driver of progress. Andreessen highlights the historical significance of technological advancements and their impact on improving living […]
In his Turing Award lecture titled “Reflections on Trusting Trust,” Ken Thompson delves into the complexities and inherent vulnerabilities in trusting software. He begins by acknowledging his contributions to UNIX and his collaboration with Dennis Ritchie, emphasizing the collective effort behind the project. Thompson identifies himself primarily as a programmer […]
The role of a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in a startup is markedly different from that in an established company. It’s a journey filled with unique challenges and opportunities, requiring a blend of technical prowess, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit. 1. Wearing Multiple Hats: In a startup, the CTO often […]
Major AI corporations are fervently working towards the development of superintelligent AI, which they claim is for the collective benefit of humanity. However, a recent poll suggests that many Americans might not be on board with this vision. The poll, commissioned by the AI Policy Institute and executed by YouGov, […]
Palantir, a data analytics company that works with governments and corporations, recently demonstrated its AI capabilities at a conference in Washington, DC. The demo showed how Palantir’s software could help military commanders plan and execute operations, using data from various sources and applying machine learning algorithms to generate insights and […]
The software stalwart’s significant investment in AI could make it cutting-edge again. In recent news, Microsoft and OpenAI announced a $10 billion investment from Microsoft into OpenAI. This investment is on top of the $3 billion that Microsoft has given to OpenAI since 2019. The acquisition is significant because OpenAI […]
“Coding Better World Together” is a set of master lessons from the famous Uncle Bob (Robert Cecil Martin), where he gives us a broad vision of the importance and future of Software in today’s society. In this first lesson, Uncle Bob demonstrates the need to write clean code. He establishes […]