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An ethical hangover: A young professional’s case

May 24, 2024 by Andrew Brei, Seppo J. Ovaska

< Engineering ethics is a misunderstood issue among practitioners. Although most electrical and computer engineers agree that general ethical principles should be followed, too few apply or are even familiar with the IEEE Code of Ethics. It is quite rare that the principles of engineering ethics are on the table when practitioners are making decisions and taking … [Read more...] about An ethical hangover: A young professional’s case

SolSec Labs: Virtual labs for learning smart contract security

February 10, 2023 by Devang Jain

SolSec Labs is a web-based application that provides interactive training labs for blockchain developers, especially students eager to learn more about smart contract security to gain practical knowledge ( Fig. 1 ). It teaches solidity and smart contract security skills through hands-on experience. The easy-to-understand environment enables students and early developers to … [Read more...] about SolSec Labs: Virtual labs for learning smart contract security

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IEEE Potentials Magazine is the publication dedicated to undergraduate and graduate students and young professionals. IEEE Potentials explores career strategies, the latest in research, and important technical developments. Through its articles, it also relates theories to practical applications, highlights technology’s global impact, and generates international forums that foster the sharing of diverse ideas about the profession.

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