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5 Movies that are a must-watch for Developers

Hello fellow devs, Nomadev is here after a longggggggg time.

When it comes to movies, developers have a wide variety of choices to choose from. From dramas to comedies, there are movies that can inspire, motivate and even educate developers. Movies can be a great source of inspiration for developers. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a budding newbie in the tech world, watching a few movies can often spark creativity and help you find new ideas to apply to your projects.
Here are five of the best movies every developer should watch:

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1. The Social Network (2010):

This movie tells the story of the founding of Facebook, and the struggles and successes of its creator, Mark Zuckerberg. It provides a great look into the world of coding and the power of social media.



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2. The Imitation Game (2014):

This biographical drama follows the story of Alan Turing, a computer scientist and cryptanalyst who was instrumental in cracking the Enigma code during World War II. This movie is a great example of the power of code and how it can be used for good.



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3. The Matrix (1999):

This classic sci-fi movie follows the story of a computer hacker who discovers the world is actually a simulated reality created by machines. It’s a great example of the power of coding and how it can be used for both good and bad.



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4. Office Space (1999):

This comedy follows the story of a group of disgruntled office workers who devise a plan to take revenge on their employer. It’s a great example of the power of coding and how it can be used to get even.



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5. WarGames (1983):

This classic thriller follows the story of a young computer hacker who accidentally accesses a military supercomputer and nearly starts a nuclear war. It’s a great example of the power of code and how it can have far-reaching consequences.



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These five movies are must-watch films for any developer, as they provide insight into the power of coding and the process of developing software. Whether it’s for inspiration or entertainment, these movies are sure to give developers something to think about.



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Muhammad Sifat Hossain β€’ β€’ Edited

I've watched the The Imitation Game before. It makes me want to learn more about cryptography and computer internals. If you're into this sorts of things then checkout the Ben Eater channel on YouTube.

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Nomadev β€’

In artificial intelligence (AI), cryptography is used to identify patterns in intercepted data streams that are indicators of encrypted data. If you enjoy artificial intelligence, you must watch it.

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Al - Naucode β€’

Hey! Thank you for this, I liked it ;) keep writing, you got my follow!

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Nomadev β€’

Thanks for you love mate

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Stan Kukučka β€’

What about more real document "The Internet's Own Boy"

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Nomadev β€’

Considered, added to my watch list!

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Buster Styren β€’

Perhaps should be noted that the Imitation Game contains so many historical inaccuracies that it is almost entirely fiction.

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hatInTheCat β€’

i would have said Mr robot

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