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Solving Communication Problems Using Discourse
03:37 - 11:27 (07:49)
The goal of discourse is to create a space for conversation in groups that encourages communication without turning into a place of argument and noise, as the idea behind it is to promote healthy communication in groups.
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The ability to direct other people through language and code can result in greater productivity.
03:37 - 05:10 (01:32)
Summary
The ability to direct other people through language and code can result in greater productivity. It's essential to be diligent in setting an example for others and behaving in a way that reflects how you want them to behave.
ChapterSolving Communication Problems Using Discourse
EpisodeJeff Atwood: Stack Overflow and Coding Horror
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The challenge in group communication is how to effectively communicate and avoid misunderstandings or breaking down into chaos.
05:10 - 08:33 (03:23)
Summary
The challenge in group communication is how to effectively communicate and avoid misunderstandings or breaking down into chaos. The goal is to create an environment where members can solve problems, reach consensus or at a minimum, not hurt each other.
ChapterSolving Communication Problems Using Discourse
EpisodeJeff Atwood: Stack Overflow and Coding Horror
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The problem discourse in tech is key to preventing Facebook from owning everything in every aspect of human communication.
08:33 - 09:52 (01:18)
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The problem discourse in tech is key to preventing Facebook from owning everything in every aspect of human communication. By clearly stating the goals and objectives, it helps to prevent arbitrary decisions and sets a clear path for the future.
ChapterSolving Communication Problems Using Discourse
EpisodeJeff Atwood: Stack Overflow and Coding Horror
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Tech companies like Facebook have created a situation where all human communication is implicitly owned by them, which can have detrimental effects on communities.
09:52 - 11:27 (01:34)
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Tech companies like Facebook have created a situation where all human communication is implicitly owned by them, which can have detrimental effects on communities. They also offer free VPN software that indirectly feeds user data back to them.