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Are you doing everything you can to make the world a better place? As a developer you've got the skill to make amazing things, but who are you making them for? Do people need another dating app, or another way to compare uber and lyft pricing? If you want to take your development skills and do something transformational, where do you begin? Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/HLd2/
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In his talk titled "Use your super powers for good!" at the Rocky Mountain Ruby 2015 conference, Mark Gelband discusses the intersection of love and coding, emphasizing the importance of using coding skills for transformational work that positively impacts society. Gelband begins by sharing his journey to the conference, reflecting on how a Twitter message led to his spontaneous participation. He expresses a blend of excitement and trepidation as he highlights his limited experience with coding, specifically Ruby on Rails. Throughout his talk, he interweaves personal anecdotes, particularly about his relationship and career transitions, to illustrate deeper themes about purpose and fulfillment in both coding and life. The key points of Gelband's message include: - **Self-Reflection and Purpose**: Gelband stresses the need for developers to examine what drives them. He questions whether their work meaningfully contributes to the world or serves trivial ends. - **Power of Coding**: He emphasizes the immense power that developers hold and the responsibility that comes with it, encouraging them to create software that fosters positive change rather than contributing to fleeting trends. - **Company Culture**: Gelband discusses the disparity between superficial perks offered by companies and the genuine care for employee welfare. He presents the example of Dojo 4, which nurtures a progressive culture focused on purpose and community support. - **Metaphor of Relationships**: His relationship with his wife serves as a metaphor for love after romance, illustrating the persistent effort and truth-seeking necessary in both personal and professional realms. - **Call to Action**: Gelband concludes by empowering his audience, urging them to use their coding skills to make meaningful contributions that enhance society, rather than merely fulfilling corporate or personal ambitions. Overall, Gelband's talk is a poignant reminder of the significant impact developers can have when they approach their work with intention and integrity.
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