Science and Software Development

Inspiration

It reveals that the length of our heels, or the distance between our ankle joint and the back of the Achilles

tendon, seems to have an impact on the development of the size of our

calf muscles

Why Science and Software Development?

But first …… a little memory test, try to remember the names, without writing them down

sci·ence ( s̍īəns/) noun.

A systematically organized body of knowledge on a particular subject

en·gi·neer·ing (enjə n̍i(ə)riNG) noun.

The branch of science and technology concerned with the design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures

False Dichotomy

If we’re scientist we’re no longer craftsmen?

Hear Surgeons and Lace Makers

Scientific Method

Theory

ExperimentEvidence

Science is a way of try not to fool yourself ... and you are the easiest person to fool.- Richard Feynman

A study shows on average people who consult psychics more often live longer. Can you explain this result?

On average:• Women live longer

that men• Women are more

likely to consult a psychic

Why women live lover than men

… or

Name some people from the earlier list.

In the list read out earlier, was there more men or women?

There were more women than men

Availability bias:The overestimation of the importance of anything memorable or vivid

Example triplet:8 10 12

Guess the hidden rule by testing other triplets.

Hidden rule:Any three positive integers

Confirmation Bias:Tendency of people to favor information that confirms their beliefs

Placebo Effect

Overconfidence:A survey found 95% of British drivers thought they were above average motorist

Randomized Controlled Trials

Non-disclosure of interests

Wisdom Teeth Policy Change

In medicine is consider important that people teaching and make policy decisions are still practicing regularly

What can you do?

Use experiments/Be aware of bias:• View testing as an experiment• Gather data and use as decision

making aid• Encourage your organisition to use

randomized controlled trails

What can you do?

Encourage closer relations with acadeamia:• Stay in touch with your lecturers• Read journals• Join university mentor schemes• Join professional organizations

What can you do?

Next time someone tells you something, ask where the evidence is!

Books

Disclosure of Interests

Questions?