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Brent A. Yorgey expresses concern about preparing students for a volatile software industry and a challenging job market for entry-level computing positions. He questions the ethics of training computer scientists amid the current political climate and issues surrounding intellectual property.
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- Praise: The emphasis on ethics in engineering education is crucial, as it prepares students to navigate complex moral dilemmas in technology development.
- Praise: Recognizing the importance of treating the product as the artifact rather than just the code can lead to more impactful software development.
- Praise: There is a growing awareness of the need for ethics courses in computer science, which can help shape responsible future engineers.
- Concern: The advice to focus on code clarity and elegance may hinder new graduates who need to prioritize shipping products quickly in a competitive industry.
- Concern: The rejection of LLMs by some professionals highlights concerns about their ethical implications and resource consumption, suggesting a divide in acceptance within the community.
- Concern: Criticism of academics giving industry advice reflects a disconnect between theoretical knowledge and practical application in fast-paced tech environments.