- What role does empathy play in your life and how has it helped you?
Empathy is extremely important to me. When I was a high school teacher, it was crucial to understand where my students were coming from. It's necessary to think that all other people have positive intent. Even if someone hurts you, you can look at the situation and gently question why they might have acted the way they did. Most times, it's not malicious. If people think about how others are feeling, the world would be a much better place.
- How does empathy help you build better software?
Empathy helps build better software you have to think about other people than yourself. If you're thinking with a self-centered mindset, then you will not be able to get pass your own hurdles. When working on a team, other people will respond to you much better if you have empathy. Those around you will be happier and will be able to work harder.
- Why is empathy important for working on a team?