Johanna Pirker

The Future Past of Technology - A Game Developers POV

What if the future of AI isn't being built in a lab, but inside games like StarCraft II? Discover how gaming is shaping the future of technology.

The Future Past of Technology - A Game Developers POV
#1about 5 minutes

Rethinking entertainment platforms for education and science

Entertainment platforms like TikTok and Twitch can be repurposed for serious applications like scientific education and live coding demonstrations.

#2about 5 minutes

How video games can inspire careers in technology

A personal story illustrates how early gaming experiences can foster a creative passion for computer science and shape a dual identity as both a scientist and developer.

#3about 7 minutes

Applying game engines for scientific visualization and learning

Game engines like Unity enable the creation of accessible virtual physics labs and democratize development for indie creators and scientists alike.

#4about 3 minutes

Building practical applications for sustainable development goals

Game technology can be used to create practical applications that address UN Sustainable Development Goals, from health education games to energy efficiency simulations.

#5about 6 minutes

Using complex games to train advanced AI models

Real-time strategy games like StarCraft provide superior training grounds for AI compared to deterministic games like chess because they involve incomplete information and real-time decision-making.

#6about 2 minutes

Analyzing social networks and human behavior in games

Online multiplayer games serve as complex, closed social systems where data analysis can reveal valuable insights into how human friendships and communities form.

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