From creating applications that improve access to healthcare and education, to developing software that helps with disaster relief efforts, coding is a powerful tool that can be used to make a positive impact on society.

But attempting to use your skills for good isn't always easy. We run up against issues like:

• Limited resources
• Political and social barriers
• Lack of awareness or understanding of the potential impact of technology

What other ways have you found to use your coding skills to make a positive impact and improve our world? And what career suggestions do you have for newbies just starting out?