Keynote: Hack Your Way to the Top - Troy Hunt - NDC Oslo 2024

Software development provides unprecedented leverage - small efforts can create massive impact through code and technology

Success in tech is largely meritocratic and based on demonstrated skills rather than traditional credentials or degrees

Modern development tools and AI should be approached with “trust but verify” mentality - validate outputs rather than blindly accepting them

Community involvement and open source provide massive leverage for learning and career growth

Home automation demonstrates how accessible and powerful modern tech has become - complex systems can be built affordably

Testing and experimentation is much safer in software compared to other fields (like aviation) - developers can freely try things without catastrophic consequences

AI and automation augment rather than replace developers - they are tools to enhance productivity when used properly

Data breaches and security incidents often reveal interesting patterns about system vulnerabilities and user behavior

The ability to build globally-accessible systems from anywhere provides unprecedented opportunity

Continuous learning and passion for technology enables developers to stay current and create impactful solutions