Software Development and Education Concepts

David, a software engineer at Khan Academy, discusses his role focusing on front-end development, including UI and responsive web design. He shares his daily routine, emphasizing teamwork and the code review process. David also talks about his educational background and motivation for joining Khan Academy, highlighting his passion for education and the impact of the Khan Lab School.

What is the primary focus of David's work at Khan Academy?

• Back-end development

• Front-end development

• Database management

• Network security

What is the term used for designing websites that work well on mobile devices?

• Responsive web design

• Static web design

• Adaptive design

• Mobile-first design

Why are code reviews important in software development?

• They reduce the need for testing

• They speed up the development process

• They ensure code is understandable and maintainable

• They help in finding bugs

Where did David study software engineering?

• University of Waterloo

• University of British Columbia

• University of Toronto

• McGill University

What is the Khan Lab School's approach to education?

• Standardized testing focus

• Traditional classroom teaching

• Mastery-based and project-oriented learning

• Online-only courses