In this conversation, Laurel Lawson and Bill Kennedy explore the intersection of technology, art, and team dynamics. They discuss the importance of being present in one's work, the challenges of leadership in tech teams, and the ethical implications of using AI in software development. Laurel shares her experiences as an artist engineer and emphasizes the need for collaboration and understanding in both artistic and technical fields. The conversation also touches on the responsibility developers have for their code and the impact of their work on society.

00:00 Introduction

04:50 What is Laurel Doing Today

08:10 Artistic Engineering
17:00 Team Dynamics / Leadership

28:00 Responsibility in Software

33:00 Sense of Ownership

1:06:20 Design Philosophies 

1:09:10 AI Tooling and Industry

1:25:50 Contact Info

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurellawson/

Email: [email protected]

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