SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CODE OF ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
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Is it legal? Will I go to jail?
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What’s in it for me?
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Is it against school/company policy?
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How will others be affected by my actions?
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Detailed explanation-1: -Have a conversation: With the exception of extreme ethics violations, confronting the individual directly first is often the best way to manage a situation. Provide an opportunity for the person to explain his actions or to correct the behavior first.
Detailed explanation-2: -How will it make me feel about myself? This last question gets you to focus on your own emotions, standards, and sense of morality. How would you feel if what you were considering doing was published on the front page of your local newspaper or CNN.com? Would it make you and your family proud or embarrassed?
Detailed explanation-3: -Am I breaking any laws? Who are the stakeholders? What information am I missing? What are the short-and long-term consequences? Is my decision in line with my company’s core values? What would my mom think about this decision? 21-Jan-2014