Software Engineering Code of Ethics

Question 1

Public

Answer 1

Software engineers shall act consistently with the public interest.

Question 2

Client and Employer

Answer 2

Software engineers shall act in a manner that is in the best interests of their client and employer consistent with the public interest.

Question 3

Product

Answer 3

Software engineers shall ensure that their products and related modifications meet the highest professional standards possible.

Question 4

Judgment

Answer 4

Software engineers shall maintain integrity and independence in their professional judgment.

Question 5

Management

Answer 5

Software engineering managers and leaders shall subscribe to and promote an ethical approach to the management of software development and maintenance.

Question 6

Profession

Answer 6

Software engineers shall advance the integrity and reputation of the profession consistent with the public interest.

Question 7

Colleagues

Answer 7

Software engineers shall be fair to and supportive of their colleagues.

Question 8

Self

Answer 8

Software engineers shall participate in lifelong learning regarding the practice of their profession and shall promote an ethical approach to the practice of the profession.