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Creating software that works for everyone

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These include degrees in software engineering, computer science, information technology, data science and information systems. • “Alongside your computing degree, I would recommend taking a course in psychology, as this will help you become a software engineer who understands your end users,” advises Anuradha.

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The power of geographic information systems: bringing data to life with maps

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Dr Elsa Anderson Role: Assistant Professor, Programme in Environmental Science Institution: Northwestern University (Evanston, Illinois) I teach an urban ecology class that aims to engage students in learning about nature where they live and understanding the interactions between people and their surroundings.