This man takes reading high-quality content very seriously and takes the time to make us all part of the process. I’m envious of the dedication.

Hans de Zwart is a researcher and lecturer at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS). As a philosopher, he focuses on the ethics and philosophy of technology. He is currently pursuing a PhD in political philosophy at Radboud University titled A Neorepublican Perspective on Automated Decision-making. He is a member of the Ethics Commission for Research at the AUAS.

Database of books

Source: Hans de Zwart – Medium Massage

Definitely a great read for any new parent. 26 excellent points, well articulated and thought provoking. Go!

Being a parent can be one of the sources of our greatest joys. It is also – intermittently – the cause of some of our deepest sorrows. It is likely that we will spend at least some of the time in despair and confusion, wondering whether it really had to be so hard.

And next time your child acts out, remember:

“The child needs to be horrible and rejecting now in order, later, to be authentic appreciative and wise.”

Source: The Philosophical Parent

Very interesting perspective on the importance of truly measuring your own performance and researching how to improve.

“Excellence came from seeing, on a daily basis, the difference between being 99.5-per-cent successful and being 99.95-per-cent successful”

The difference in effectiveness between treatment centers can be enormous. Historically, patients haven’t known this. So what happens when they find out?

Source: How Good Is My Doctor?

In Hans Rosling’s hands, data sings. Global trends in health and economics come to vivid life. And the big picture of global development—with some surprisingly good news—snaps into sharp focus.

Source: Hans Rosling | Speaker | TED.com

In August of 2015, Tim Urban, the author of Wait But Why, was invited to give a TED Talk. Here’s his full story on how to do a great talk – or wing it during a informal speech… .

Source: Doing a TED Talk: The Full Story – Wait But Why

The Unprofitable Valley Or: Why So Much Stuff Is Mediocre « Stohrer Music.

Very thought provoking blog on why  so many markets are dominated by mediocrity.  Especially interesting since it comes from an unexpected source, a Saxophone repair service professional.

I think this could pretty much be transcribed to apply to security in software development too – so much software is insecure because by definition, building software securely is more difficult and/or time consuming, requiring significant developer commitment without much return (since most clients are not equipped to recognize the difference).

Very interesting read!