Explore a keynote address from Scala Days Berlin 2016 introducing the Scala Center, delivered by Heather Miller, research scientist and executive director. Gain insights into the center's mission, its focus on open-source development and education, and learn about the Scala Mini Degree program. Discover the center's initiatives, including MOOCs, community development efforts, and tools like Scala Dex and Scala Fiddle. Understand the center's funding model, advisory board structure, and its collaborations with industry partners. Delve into the Scala ecosystem and find out how to contribute to its growth and development.