Episode Synopsis "The Emergence of Civic Tech"

It’s the series finale and what a way to end an incredible first series! This week Professors Sue Black OBE and Gordon Love welcome Megan Smith, Barack Obama’s ex CTO, to discuss the emergence of civic technology and the huge potential for good it can have on society and economies plus her brilliant work with the then US President, big data challenges, the increasing problem of bias in AI. Also in this episode, Sue and Gordon take a look at some of the forerunners and shining examples in this social revolution and how it’s shaping the landscape of the future. You can email your suggestions for moments for Sue and Gordon to look at using [email protected] For those interested in studying Computer Science at Durham, visit: https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/computer-science/ to find out how you can apply. If you enjoyed this episode please do three lovely things for us - like, subscribe and tell a friend! 100 Moments that Rocked Computer Science is a Why did the Chicken? production for Durham University.

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