Join us for an introductory session with the WILDLABS Community Software Developers! We'll cover key aspects of our group's charter and purpose, as well as share background on Wildlife Protection Solutions (WPS) and our collaboration with Allen Institute of Artificial Intelligence (AI2). We will invite the group to discuss broad topics of interest in software development for conservation, such as challenges, ethical considerations and real-world applications. The session will also provide an opportunity to gather your questions and suggestions to help shape our focus moving forward. Please register to attend!

Agenda

• General Introduction to the Group - Matt Morrissette
• Key Points from the Charter / Purpose of Group - Margaux Armfield
• Background on WPS and AI2 - Matt Morrissette
• General Discussion Topics
• Feedback from the Group: Questions and Suggestions

Watch the Recording

Read "December 2024 Software Development Meeting.mp4 - Google Drive" on Google Docs

December 2024 Software Development Meeting.mp4 - Google Drive

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Discussion Topics

1. Challenges in Conservation Tech:
   • What are the biggest hurdles you've seen in applying software to conservation challenges? How can software engineers address these challenges effectively?
   • How do we ensure that conservation-focused software solutions are accessible and usable in regions with limited technological infrastructure?
2. Ethical Considerations:
   • What ethical concerns should be addressed when using software to solve conservation issues (e.g., privacy, data ownership, community impact)?
   • How can we ensure that conservation technology does not unintentionally harm local ecosystems or communities?
3. Real-World Applications:
   • What are some inspiring examples of successful software applications in conservation? What made them work well?
   • Which areas of conservation (wildlife monitoring, climate change, habitat restoration, etc.) seem most ripe for software-driven innovation?