coders as superheroes
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Superheroes are humans with extraordinary abilities or skills who are motivated to save the world. Computer programmers are humans with extraordinary skills... see where we're going here? Computing is one of the most powerful ways we can make the world a better place. This talk shows examples of projects that are superhero-like in their impact, and ways you can use computing to improve the world, too. Originally given at Ladies Who Code Conference NYC on October 20, 2012TRANSCRIPT
Coders as Superheroescoding to save the world
Vanessa Hurst @DBNessFounder, Developers for Good
What's a Superhero?
A character possessing "extraordinary or superhuman powers" and dedicated to protecting the public.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superhero
What's a Superhero?● Extraordinary powers and abilities, relevant skills and/or
advanced equipment● A strong moral code● A motivation● A secret identity● A distinctive costume● An underlying motif or theme● A supporting cast● A number of enemies● Independent wealth or an occupation that allows for minimal
supervision● A backstory
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superhero
exitstrategynyc.comseetra.in
foodisjoy.org@v3ronique
folding.stanford.edu
ushahidi.com
kopernik.info
codeforamerica.org
Stan LeeAmazing Fantasy #15 (Spider-Man comic)
"With great power comes great responsibility."
Developers for Good
A network of technologistsweb developers, sysadmins, DBAs, etc. - who want to use their skills to make the world a better place.
CodeMontage (coming soon) Empowers technologists to improve their skills through contributions to humanitarian projects.
developersforgood.org
Vanessa Hurst
vanessahurst.comdevelopersforgood.org/joinus
girldevelopit.com
Questions?