Life As A Developer - My Code Does Not Work Because I Am A Victim Of Complex Societal Factors
Embark on a humorous and unconventional journey through the world of software development in this 32-minute conference talk from NDC Conferences. Explore the speaker's satirical take on why software projects are destined to fail, drawing on loose interpretations of thermodynamics and evolutionary biology. Delve into a critique of common development practices, from unit testing to UML diagrams, while the speaker argues that our stone-age brains are ill-equipped for modern programming challenges. Experience a whimsical tour through diverse topics, including Australian wildlife, window placement strategies, PDF reader updates, and the speaker's unique perspective on improving developer productivity. Conclude with an amusing scenario involving agile programming experts and COBOL algorithms, all delivered with a healthy dose of self-deprecating humor and industry satire.