Developer Dialectics
Digital Dilly-dally Done Diligently!
I like programming and learning about stuff I find interesting. Particularly interested in functional programming and typing systems.
I have a background in Cognitive Science/Psychology and Mathematics. Sadly halted due to physical and mental health issues arising from getting Covid. Which unfortunately hit me quite hard back on 2020. I'm still dealing with some sequels so I would prefer working from home.
I find it fun trying to find insights that cut across disciplines. I tend to favor the "theoretical" side of things. But I also try to get as much hands-on experience as possible.
I am writing a blog. Trying to share what I learn, and that others might find useful. I try to focus on the unique things I can bring to the table. Hoping to add value to the life of other developers. I always have a thousand ideas racing through my mind, so I don't have any trouble coming up with ideas on what to write. If any, I have a hard time cutting down on the number of things I want to write about :D
On a personal note. I have always been quite solitary and introverted. But I don't think I'm shy. I love videogames and started programming because I wanted to make my own.
I’ve got nothing for today’s post.
So let's talk philosophy.
Consider the following proposition. A thesis.
"I am a software developer"
In philosophy the term dialectics refers to the discourse between two or more different points of view. The aim is establishing truth by arguing using reason.
Philosopher Georg Hegel developed a dialectical method. Which consist of a first proposition, the thesis. And a second proposition, called the anti-thesis:
"I am not a software developer"
Hegel believed that you cannot get the whole truth by taking any one proposition by itself. Both propositions can carry some truth. So the Truth should emerge from the whole dialectic process.
Thus, the third part of Hegel's method. The synthesis:
"I am becoming a software developer"
:3
Epilogue
You may be wondering. "Did you really just throw Hegelian dialectics in a dumb blog post because you were bored?"
Yes.
Yes, I did.
See you tomorrow!
P.S: My kitten only has 3 legs in real life.
