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Book SynopsisA revealing look at how tech industry bias and blind spots get baked into digital products—and harm us all.
Trade Review"The stories she [Sara Wachter-Boettcher] tells... are good, as are the examples she provides of corporate failure." -- The Sunday Times
"This is a powerful read reflecting on the prejudices that lurk within a powerful industry." -- Selected as one of the 25 best books for IT leaders - IT Pro
"Technology permeates life, from grocery shopping to dating apps. Yet we rarely question its design or aims. Web consultant Sara Wachter-Boettcher proffers a damning critique of the ethical dilemmas it poses, and why we need to demand more accountability from tech creators." -- Mary Craig rounds up the highlights of this season’s releases. - Nature
"Thoughtful and entertaining, [
Technically Wrong] encourages its readers to give their apps a critical eye, considering the many ways biased programming can influence users. This argument for greater diversity in the technology industry is an important call-to-arms." -- The best books of 2018 in tech, science, business and ideas - Wired
"A must-read in the post-Cambridge Analytica world." -- Best tech books 2018: 6 that will expand your mind - London Evening Standard