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Ruby in 79 AD (Open Sourcing my Role as Indiana Jones) by sean Marcia I'll demonstrate a practical guide on how you can get involved with neat projects by partnering with academics to build open source tools. We all have the ability to be Indiana Jones and I'll show you how through my experience. Come learn the unforeseen benefits of contributing to open source. My contributions to open source garnered the attention of an archaeological team doing research in Pompeii. Before I knew it I had been granted archaeologist credentials and was on my way to Italy as part of the research team collecting data in Pompeii. Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/H0cZ/
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The video "Ruby in 79 AD (Open Sourcing my Role as Indiana Jones)" presented by Sean Marcia at RubyConf 2015 explores the intersection of technology, open source development, and cultural heritage through the lens of his personal experience working with an archaeological team on the grounds of Pompeii. Marcia emphasizes how contributions to open source can lead to unexpected opportunities, such as his invitation to join an archaeological research team due to his coding solutions. Throughout his talk, Marcia connects the historical significance of Pompeii with modern-day technological applications, advocating for greater collaboration between developers and academia. He outlines several key points: - **Historical Context**: Marcia begins by painting a picture of 79 AD, describing the cultural renaissance and the Roman Peace (Pax Romana), during which remarkable infrastructure and architectural advancements were made. - **Pompeii's Eruption**: He dives into the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, which buried the city, preserving it for centuries and highlighting the importance of archaeological research in understanding history. - **Role of Humanities**: Marcia discusses the often-overlooked value of humanities in technology and encourages participation in areas outside traditional tech roles, sharing anecdotes about successful tech leaders with humanities backgrounds. - **Open Source Contribution**: He recounts his journey into open source, detailing how he helped resolve a database-related issue for an archaeologist, ultimately leading to his involvement in Pompeii research. This showcases the potential of open source as a tool for community engagement and problem-solving. - **Ruby for Good Initiative**: Marcia introduces "Ruby for Good", where developers use Ruby to create applications for nonprofits. He invites participation in these events to facilitate practical contributions that benefit various organizations and communities. - **Call to Action**: Concluding his talk, Marcia encourages developers to connect with local universities and engage in impactful projects, underscoring that contributions to open source can yield personal growth and valuable community benefits. Overall, Marcia's presentation serves as a motivational guide for those looking to merge their technical skills with meaningful cultural contributions, illustrating how accessible and impactful open source involvement can be.
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