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Darryl Campbell, "Fatal Abstraction: Why the Managerial Class Loses Control of Software" (W. W. Norton, 2025)

New Books in Sociology

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Ethics in Tech: Navigating Leadership and Innovation

This chapter explores historical and current corporate dynamics, focusing on the deceptive practices of companies like Enron and the evolution of NVIDIA's corporate culture. It emphasizes the need for ethical frameworks in engineering to foster a return to purposeful software development that transcends profit motives. Additionally, it draws parallels between healthcare and technology sectors in navigating systemic challenges while advocating for a more ethical and empowered approach to leadership.

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