Open Source Stories Focus and feedback in the tidyverse
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Dec 16, 2024 
Hadley Wickham, Chief Scientist at Posit and a leading force behind the tidyverse, shares his journey from humble beginnings to shaping a vibrant data science community. He discusses the delicate balance of providing help while respecting autonomy, and the crucial role of communication in academia. Wickham highlights the importance of feedback in fostering creativity, and he reflects on managing multiple projects while savoring creativity through holiday baking. Join this inspiring exploration of innovation and community support!
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Parental Influence
- Hadley Wickham discussed how his parents influenced the tidyverse.
- His dad's influence is evident in the relational database design aspects, stemming from conversations they had.
Bystander Intervention
- Hadley Wickham reflected on his mother's influence, linking it to a sense of bystander intervention in data science.
- He sees this as offering help when something is wrong, even if unsolicited.
Good Samaritan Study
- Hadley Wickham recalled the Good Samaritan study to illustrate the complexities of offering help.
- The study tested if people giving a talk about being a Good Samaritan would help someone in need on their way.