Some Thoughts about the Horizontal Development of Software Engineers

Authors:
Anke Dittmar;Peter Forbrig
Affiliations:
Rostock University, Rostock, Germany 18055;Rostock University, Rostock, Germany 18055
Venue:
HCSE-TAMODIA '08 Proceedings of the 2nd Conference on Human-Centered Software Engineering and 7th International Workshop on Task Models and Diagrams
Year:
2008

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Abstract

We argue that current patterns of thought and action in software engineering and in HCI will simply be reproduced if we are not able to become more aware of their impact on our own behaviour, attitudes and values. We suggest that a more balanced and intertwined vertical and horizontal development of people can contribute to human-centred design processes. The case study presented describes a modest attempt to demonstrate this with future software engineers and managers. Though not a spectacular example, it shows a small tight network of activities and roles over time with feedback loops to facilitate deep reflection, mutual awareness and respect. The paper supports the idea of design as an ongoing intervention process beyond problem setting and problem solving.