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Andrew Begel is an Associate Professor in the Software Societal Systems Department at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. He also serves as an Affiliate Professor at the Information School at the University of Washington. His research primarily examines how technology and artificial intelligence can extend capabilities and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities. Currently, he is focused on creating inclusive technology for the workplace, building tools for future remote work, and ensuring that the tools developed are responsible, ethical, and inclusive for everyone in the workplace. He has applied Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) techniques to study and improve the software development process. His previous work includes examining the effects of biometrics in affect-based software engineering, collaborative software development, Agile methodologies, developer-centric knowledge management, flow coordination, and K-16 programming education.
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