De-computation: Programming the world through design

Abstract

We describe a developing methodology called ‘de-? computation’ which combines design making and computational thinking in a two-?way exchange aimed at understanding and reacting against increasing computational control of humans’ tools and methods of computation in the design process. The steps of de-?computation are detailed, its relation to similar approaches is explained, examples are given, and we explain its relevance for design research, theory construction and practical design work.