Software Engineering Code of Ethics

Public

Software engineers shall act consistently with the public interest.

Client and Employer

Software engineers shall act in a manner that is in the

best interests of their client and employer consistent with the public interest.

Product

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

Judgement

Software engineers shall maintain integrity and independence in their

professional judgment

Management

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

Profession

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

Colleagues

Software engineers shall be fair to and supportive of their colleagues

Self

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.