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Presentation: "Enculturating Master Craftspeople"

Time: Thursday 10:30 - 11:30

Location: Stanford

Abstract: The world increasingly recognizes that software development is a craft. But where to craftsmen come from? The educational system and corporate training programs are ill suited to the generation of craftsmen and certainly not master craftsmen. This presentation will outline a method, a curriculum, and an environment conducive to mastery of the software craft.

Dave West, Author, Object Thinking

Dave West Dave West has almost 40 years experience as an IT developer, consultant, and educator. He is best known for his work in OO and Agile with a focus on design and architecture. He also has an extensive background in cultural anthropology and Buddhist philosophy and he therefore brings a unique perspective to his work in software definition and development.