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It's All About Respect!

Nick Sutterer • April 06, 2012 • Wrocław, Poland

In the video titled "It's All About Respect!" presented by Nick Sutterer at the wroc_love.rb 2012 conference, the central theme revolves around the importance of respect within the software development community, particularly in Ruby conferences. Sutterer expresses his enthusiasm for attending conferences, emphasizing not just the technical discussions but the rich social interactions that occur.

Key Points Discussed:
- Social Aspects of Conferences: Sutterer highlights that conferences are not just about sharing technical knowledge; they foster connections among attendees. He appreciates the friendly and respectful interactions that occur even during late-night discussions about software.
- Community Respect: He praises the Ruby community's culture, where respect is shared among all attendees, regardless of their status or prominence as 'celebrities.' He recounts experiences of mingling with notable figures like Tom Preston-Werner, demonstrating how the community values equality.
- Personal Anecdotes: Throughout the presentation, Sutterer shares personal stories from his travels and experiences in Poland. He recalls his first conference in Poznan in 2009, offering humorous insights into his encounters while illustrating his growing appreciation for Polish hospitality.
- Cultural Learnings: He discusses how these experiences have shaped his understanding of respect. A memorable takeaway for him was a sign he saw in South Africa that encourages greeting and smiling at others, a principle he believes enhances interpersonal respect.
- Celebration of Local Traditions: Sutterer concludes by reflecting on how interactions with locals have taught him to respect various traditions, evidenced by his humorous stories of accepting vodka and partaking in local customs during his visits.

The main takeaway from Sutterer’s talk is that respect is crucial within developer communities, especially in collaborative environments like conferences. His personal anecdotes serve to illustrate how effective communication and respect can enhance relationships within professional settings, making the conference experience enjoyable and memorable for everyone involved.

It's All About Respect!
Nick Sutterer • April 06, 2012 • Wrocław, Poland

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wroclove.rb 2012

00:00:14.099 Hello, everyone! I'm excited to be here.
00:00:24.600 I got a remote control, which means I can come to you guys and speak while switching my slides.
00:00:30.180 How do you like that? Not bad for someone not from Wroclaw, right?
00:00:38.399 So, this is another talk I have to give.
00:00:43.440 In the morning, I usually worry about what's wrong with my slides, and today is no different.
00:00:51.920 They may not be the way they should be, but anyway, let's carry on.
00:00:56.940 I had a condition not to drink too much yesterday.
00:01:03.660 Oh!
00:01:13.500 Oh my God, it's in German, yes!
00:01:19.920 Maybe one day I'll get a Mac and everything will work out of the box.
00:01:26.460 Then I can use the nice remote control you provided. But I’ll stop ranting about Apple, right?
00:01:39.060 Yesterday, I planned not to drink too much.
00:01:44.400 Of course, that didn't work out because I'm in Poland, and people here are incredibly friendly.
00:01:49.560 I’m going to speak about that in the next 45 minutes.
00:01:55.680 Here’s a picture of my mother. Isn't she nice?
00:02:02.700 When I attend conferences, she always tells me, 'Son, I'm so proud of you!'
00:02:09.420 She sees me as a speaker, a smart guy on stage talking about technical stuff.
00:02:17.640 And yes, I introduce software concepts and things to a room full of smart people.
00:02:24.239 I’m talking about you guys.
00:02:31.500 While the conferences often involve technical discussions,
00:02:37.260 what I really appreciate is the social aspect.
00:02:43.620 I enjoy having fun and connecting with people.
00:02:50.700 Conferences can be a lot of fun, and that's what I cherish.
00:02:56.099 However, my mother always worries when I return because I drink too much.
00:03:02.160 I don't talk about great lectures on event machines.
00:03:07.260 Instead, I say, 'Hey, there was a fantastic after-party!'
00:03:12.420 So she's always concerned about my health, thinking I'm becoming an alcoholic.
00:03:18.599 But it’s not true; I’m not an alcoholic, right?
00:03:28.640 I have told my mother I’m not an alcoholic, but she doesn’t believe me.
00:03:35.819 As I mentioned, I really enjoy attending conferences.
00:03:41.879 I love the social interactions, talking to people, and engaging.
00:03:47.819 We often discuss beers, hobbies, and what interests us in our free time.
00:03:53.400 By the way, where's Alex? Ah, you have a seat, my friend.
00:04:05.819 Who was at the Uruka conference last year?
00:04:13.080 Are many planning on going this year?
00:04:18.959 Are we seeing the same crowd as last year?
00:04:25.560 I occasionally cough because of the cold Polish weather.
00:04:32.040 I just arrived from South Africa, so it's pretty different!
00:04:37.919 What I really love about software conferences is how people interact.
00:04:43.440 You can go to a bar at one o'clock in the morning,
00:04:48.780 and people are still seriously discussing software.
00:04:56.460 They’re passionately immersed, yet maintain respect for one another.
00:05:02.280 Even if disagreements arise, they handle it respectfully.
00:05:07.979 That's what I truly admire about Ruby conferences.
00:05:15.060 There’s so much respect within the Ruby community.
00:05:20.520 We have celebrities in our community, like Tom Preston-Werner, the founder of GitHub.
00:05:27.479 He’s a millionaire, and you think, 'Wow, that's him!'
00:05:34.199 However, in the Ruby community, there's no hierarchy.
00:05:40.139 People are friendly, enjoy talking, and love drinking.
00:05:47.220 I recall an event in Texas at a Ruby conference where we had a lot of fun.
00:05:53.759 One lesson I learned from attending several Ruby conferences is this:
00:06:01.560 We don't treat people as celebrities; instead, we share respect for one another.
00:06:08.100 I once saw a sign in a tram in South Africa: 'Just greet each other and smile'.
00:06:13.800 That taught me so much about earning respect from others.
00:06:21.900 We already had this experience at the Ruby conference.
00:06:27.479 There's a person some consider a celebrity, but he would greet everyone with a smile.
00:06:39.000 So, remember, to be respectful, just greet each other and smile.
00:06:46.520 My first trip to Poland taught me valuable lessons about respect.
00:06:51.539 My first conference in Poland was Rupai in Poznan back in 2009.
00:06:57.919 Who was there at that conference? How did you like it?
00:07:07.639 I enjoyed it a lot!
00:07:12.000 It was my first trip to beautiful Poland.
00:07:17.340 This picture is actually from EuRuKo in Krakow.
00:07:19.380 Sorry for the confusion.
00:07:22.460 Hey guys, you're late!
00:07:27.620 Can you see anything on the slides?
00:07:34.199 So, what happened at my first conference in Poland?
00:07:45.180 I felt warmly welcomed, instantly having beers, and going out to bars.
00:07:52.740 We went to a bar called 'Czechtown' here in Wroclaw.
00:07:59.940 I got a bit drunk trying to be a good guest.
00:08:06.120 The next day, I had to give a talk feeling quite under the weather.
00:08:12.599 It was tough since I ended up sick after the fun.
00:08:18.180 That's the person who welcomed me to Poland; he showed me a typical Polish breakfast.
00:08:25.260 After enjoying breakfast and feeling nauseous, I became an honored citizen of Wroclaw.
00:08:31.020 Thank you very much! This was a wonderful experience, and you're a fantastic audience.
00:08:38.220 Since my first visit, I've returned to Poland many times because I love it here.
00:08:45.539 Poland is beautiful, and the people are incredibly hospitable.
00:08:52.920 I've been to Krakow, where hospitality is abundant.
00:09:01.080 During one visit, my friends invited me to dinner at a Mediterranean restaurant.
00:09:06.900 One friend, Bart, even gave me socks because I didn’t have enough.
00:09:14.520 Polish people are so friendly, giving me vodka as well.
00:09:20.160 We played a game in Krakow where you had to eat fruit from a big spoon.
00:09:27.720 If you could get it in your mouth in one go, you won.
00:09:31.740 I had tough competition, but I succeeded and became a celebrator.
00:09:39.360 My slides may be dark, but I’ll try to turn my laptop around.
00:09:44.300 My blog tagline is 'Respecting Local Traditions since 1981'.
00:09:50.880 This idea was born when I was in Poland and learned to respect local customs.
00:10:02.220 Someone offered me vodka, and I said, 'Of course, I will respect local traditions!'
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