Workshop 5.4: Diversity in Software development – Why Diversity Experience matters

What role does diversity play in software development? What is diversity experience anyway? And how does diversity experience influence the quality of software solutions, technologies and products? In this interactive online workshop, we will shed light on why diversity is more than just a buzzword - and how diversity in practice leads to better solutions, more inclusive products and services. We will also use innovative research projects to show how diversity and technology development interact - and we look forward to an interactive exchange with the participants.

Aims of the workshop

• Raise awareness of the importance of diversity in development teams and showcase real-world examples from practice demonstrating how diversity can be achieved in technical fields
• Understanding the term ‘diversity experience’ and linking it to research and practical examples
• Present concrete measures and recommendations for action for more inclusion in the development process
• Reflect on own perspectives, learn from best practices and engage in interactive dialogue

What you can expect:

• Thought-provoking inputs on diversity in software development
• Practical examples from research and real-world projects illustrating the impact of diversity experience
• Insights into inclusive development practices that foster better product outcomes
• Opportunities to reflect on your own team dynamics and perspective on stakeholders and customers and share experiences with peers

How you benefit:

• Gain a deeper understanding of how diverse perspectives improve software quality and user experience
• Discover perspectives and methods to integrate diversity experience into your everyday work
• Gain insights into how to create and sustain diversity within technical teams.
• Expand your professional network through engaging exchange with like-minded professionals
• An interactive discussion where we reflect on challenges and solutions concerning Diversity Experience

Who will inspire you:

• Quynh Nguyen, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, Center for Technology Experience, Scientist
• Christine Wahlmüller-Schiller, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, Center for Technology Experience, Marketing & Communications & CEO WOMENinICT of Austrian Association of Software Innovations (VÖSI)
• Christina Hochleitner, RISC Software, Chief Research Officer & Gender Equality Officer, WOMENinICT Ambassador