ACM/IEEE Code of Ethics

1. PUBLIC; Software engineers shall act consistently with the public interest
2. 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
3. PRODUCT; Software engineers shall ensure that their products and related modifications meet the highest professional standards possible
4. JUDGMENT; Software engineers shall maintain integrity and independence in their professional judgment
5. MANAGEMENT; Software engineering managers and leaders shall subscribe to and promote an ethical approach to the management of software development and maintenance
6. PROFESSION; Software engineers shall advance the integrity and reputation of the profession consistent with the public interest
7. COLLEAGUES; Software engineers shall be fair to and supportive of their colleagues
8. 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