Bjorna Kalaja
The Environmental Impact of Software Development
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The journey from programming to software sustainability
A personal career path shows how a general interest in technology can evolve into a specialized focus on environmental impact.
#2about 3 minutes
Overcoming the perfectionist mindset in green software
Sustainability in software is about mindful progress and consistent measurement, not achieving a perfect net-zero state immediately.
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How to get stakeholder buy-in for sustainability
Frame sustainability initiatives in terms of cost-effectiveness and start by building momentum within the development team to influence leadership.
#4about 3 minutes
Why refactoring is the right frame for sustainability
Using the familiar concept of refactoring makes sustainability work more accessible and frames it as a continuous improvement rather than a new, complex KPI.
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Simple ways developers can write sustainable code
Developers can improve energy efficiency by applying existing best practices, such as SOLID principles, without needing specialized sustainability knowledge.
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Navigating the environmental impact of AI in coding
While AI-driven "vibe coding" increases energy consumption, the responsibility lies with tool builders to create sustainable platforms for mindful use.
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