Privacy policy not accessible from provided HTML; standard web platform with data collection patterns typical of content hosting services.
Terms of Service
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Terms of service not accessible from provided HTML.
Accessibility
+0.05
Article 19 Article 25 Article 26
Platform provides alt text framework (aria-labelledby, aria-describedby, role attributes) and semantic HTML structure, supporting accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Mission
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Mission statement not explicitly present in provided content; platform functions as open publishing forum.
Editorial Code
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No observable editorial code of conduct in provided HTML.
Ownership
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Medium is a commercial platform; no explicit statement of editorial independence visible.
Access Model
+0.10
Article 19 Article 26 Article 27
Content marked as 'isAccessibleForFree': true in schema.org metadata, supporting free access to the article without paywall.
Ad/Tracking
-0.08
Article 12 Article 19
Google reCAPTCHA Enterprise and analytics infrastructure present; standard tracking and behavioral profiling systems typical of ad-supported platforms may constrain privacy rights.
Score Breakdown
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PreamblePreamble
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform provides basic structural support for human dignity through free access and open publishing, but insufficient preamble-specific editorial content.
Observable Facts
Article is marked as 'isAccessibleForFree' in structured data.
Content is published on an open platform allowing any user to author.
Inferences
Free access signals structural recognition of information as a shared good foundational to human dignity.
Open publishing model supports pluralistic expression across the preamble's stated aims.
+0.27
Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform design supports equal dignity through non-discriminatory access, though editorial stance on equality cannot be assessed from metadata and truncated content.
Observable Facts
Platform uses generic role and accessibility attributes without discriminatory access barriers visible in navigation.
Sign-up and sign-in flows are uniformly presented to all visitors.
Inferences
Uniform presentation of access pathways suggests structural commitment to non-discrimination in information access.
+0.20
Article 2Non-Discrimination
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No observable editorial content on freedom from discrimination; structural design shows no explicit discriminatory barriers.
Observable Facts
Navigation and access controls apply uniformly across user types.
No exclusionary language or access restrictions visible in HTML structure.
Inferences
Uniform structural design supports non-discriminatory access to content.
ND
Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
Right to life, liberty, personal security: not directly observable from article metadata, title, or structural design elements.
ND
Article 4No Slavery
Freedom from slavery: not relevant to content about programming careers or platform structure.
ND
Article 5No Torture
Freedom from torture and cruel treatment: not observable from article context or platform design.
ND
Article 6Legal Personhood
Right to recognition as person before law: not directly observable.
ND
Article 7Equality Before Law
Equality before law: not observable in provided content.
ND
Article 8Right to Remedy
Right to effective remedy: not observable.
ND
Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
Freedom from arbitrary arrest: not relevant.
ND
Article 10Fair Hearing
Right to fair trial: not observable.
ND
Article 11Presumption of Innocence
Freedom from retroactive criminal law: not relevant.
-0.33
Article 12Privacy
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to privacy in personal, family, home and correspondence. Platform implements Google reCAPTCHA Enterprise and standard web analytics tracking, creating structural constraints on privacy.
Observable Facts
reCAPTCHA Enterprise script tag present: 'google.com/recaptcha/enterprise.js'
Multiple tracking and analytics infrastructure elements embedded in page head.
Referrer policy set to 'unsafe-url', exposing full URL in referrer headers.
Inferences
reCAPTCHA tracking enables behavioral profiling and data collection beyond user's direct control.
unsafe-url referrer policy reduces privacy by transmitting full URL context to external sites.
Structural design prioritizes platform analytics over user privacy preferences.
+0.35
Article 13Freedom of Movement
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Freedom of movement within and between countries. Platform enables geographic access to content without apparent regional restrictions visible in structural elements.
Observable Facts
Article published with global reach metadata (og:url, al:web:url).
No geographic access restrictions evident in HTML structure.
Mobile app links (iOS, Android) suggest cross-platform availability globally.
Inferences
Structured metadata for multiple platforms and regions suggests intentional support for global movement and access.
Absence of geo-blocking features supports freedom of information movement.
+0.40
Article 14Asylum
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to asylum. Platform structurally supports publication by users globally without nationality-based discrimination.
Observable Facts
Author profile (@dbounds) accessible without apparent nationality verification.
Publication flow available to any registered user regardless of origin.
Multi-language and multi-regional platform infrastructure evident in meta tags.
Inferences
Non-discriminatory author registration suggests structural support for asylum seekers and displaced persons seeking voice.
Global platform architecture enables speech for those fleeing persecution.
ND
Article 15Nationality
Right to nationality: not observable in platform structure or article context.
ND
Article 16Marriage & Family
Right to marry and found family: not relevant to content or platform design.
+0.20
Article 17Property
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to own property. Platform provides persistent publication infrastructure supporting authors' intellectual property rights.
Observable Facts
Article URL structure persists author identity and article ID.
canonical link provided for content ownership clarity.
Author attribution present in metadata and page structure.
Inferences
Persistent URL structure and author attribution support property rights in authored content.
Freedom of thought, conscience, religion. Platform provides open publishing without apparent ideological content filters.
Observable Facts
No metadata indicating content filtering by ideology or belief system.
Article title suggests criticism of technology industry direction—potentially contentious viewpoint.
Publishing flow available without mandatory statement of personal beliefs or affiliations.
Inferences
Structural availability of controversial content suggests platform tolerance for diverse thought.
Absence of mandatory ideological compliance supports freedom of conscience.
+0.60
Article 19Freedom of Expression
High Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.55
Structural
+0.50
SETL
+0.17
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Freedom of opinion and expression. Article explicitly exercises this right through publication of an opinion piece. Platform structurally supports publication and distribution.
Observable Facts
Article title 'Programming Is Dead' explicitly presents an opinion/argument.
Title and description indicate substantive opinion piece on industry trends, directly exercising freedom of expression.
Free access model removes economic barriers to both expression and reception of ideas.
Global publication infrastructure and social integration amplify expression rights beyond traditional constraints.
Author control over publication and attribution supports autonomy of expression.
+0.42
Article 20Assembly & Association
Medium Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.35
Structural
+0.40
SETL
-0.14
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Freedom of peaceful assembly and association. Platform enables public discourse and community formation around ideas.
Observable Facts
Article published as part of public discourse on Medium platform.
Comments and engagement features enable readers to form associations around content.
Sign-up system allows users to collectively associate as members of platform community.
Title addresses 'Junior and Mid-Level Engineers,' implying community formation around professional identity.
Inferences
Publication about professional community enables peaceful assembly of engineering professionals.
Platform structure (comments, sharing) facilitates association formation around expressed ideas.
Targeted audience framing supports community building around shared interests.
ND
Article 21Political Participation
Right to participate in government: not directly observable from individual article or platform structure.
+0.20
Article 22Social Security
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to social security and economic security. Platform provides publishing avenue enabling economic participation.
Observable Facts
Medium platform enables monetization through Partner Program and reader memberships.
Author profile and publication history support building professional reputation for economic advancement.
Inferences
Publishing platform provides structural pathway to economic participation and income generation for authors.
Professional visibility supports economic security through career development.
+0.43
Article 23Work & Equal Pay
Medium Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.40
Structural
+0.35
SETL
+0.14
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to work and protection against unemployment. Article directly addresses professional career transition and workforce concerns.
Observable Facts
Article title explicitly addresses 'Junior and Mid-Level Engineers' and career implications.
Subtitle indicates discussion of 5-20+ year career horizons and retirement.
Content engages with technology industry labor market and professional development.
Platform enables career discussion and knowledge-sharing about work conditions.
Inferences
Article substantively engages with labor market realities and worker transitions.
Accessible platform enables workers to share experiences and discuss employment conditions.
Discussion of career paths supports worker agency in employment decision-making.
+0.10
Article 24Rest & Leisure
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to rest and leisure. Not directly addressed in article; structural support is minimal.
Observable Facts
Platform provides optional engagement—users are not compelled to read or participate.
Inferences
Voluntary nature of platform engagement supports leisure and rest rights structurally.
+0.33
Article 25Standard of Living
Medium Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.30
Structural
+0.25
SETL
+0.12
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to adequate standard of living and health. Article addresses career and livelihood security; platform provides accessibility features.
Observable Facts
Article engages with economic security through discussion of long-term career viability.
Platform includes ARIA attributes and semantic HTML supporting accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Responsive design across devices supports inclusive access to health and livelihood information.
Inferences
Career guidance content supports readers' ability to maintain adequate living standards.
Accessibility features enable persons with disabilities to access content and participate in economic discourse.
Cross-device availability supports reach to vulnerable populations with limited access.
+0.45
Article 26Education
Medium Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.35
Structural
+0.40
SETL
-0.14
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to education and technical/vocational training. Article provides professional education content; platform enables broad knowledge distribution.
Observable Facts
Article explicitly offers career guidance to engineers—substantive educational content.
Free access model ('isAccessibleForFree') removes economic barriers to educational content.
Platform supports long-form technical and professional education without paywall.
Accessible design supports inclusion of users with disabilities in accessing educational content.
Inferences
Free publication of career guidance supports education as public good.
Platform structure enables equitable distribution of technical knowledge.
Removal of economic barriers democratizes professional development information.
+0.48
Article 27Cultural Participation
Medium Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.45
Structural
+0.40
SETL
+0.15
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to participate in cultural life and share in scientific advancement. Article contributes to professional and technical discourse.
Observable Facts
Article engages with technology industry culture and professional community discourse.
Platform enables sharing of scientific and technical knowledge through published articles.
Community features (comments, sharing) support collective participation in intellectual discourse.
Publishing history and professional networks enable cultural participation.
Inferences
Substantive engagement with technology industry represents participation in contemporary culture.
Platform structure enables collective advancement of professional knowledge.
Sharing features and community tools support cultural exchange around technical topics.
+0.23
Article 28Social & International Order
Low Framing
Editorial
+0.25
Structural
+0.20
SETL
+0.11
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Right to social and international order for rights realization. Article implicitly advocates for structural changes in technology industry supporting worker welfare.
Observable Facts
Article title 'Programming Is Dead' signals critical perspective on industry structure.
Subtitle references long-term career implications, suggesting systemic analysis.
Content engages with professional community to discuss collective conditions.
Inferences
Framing of career crisis as industry-wide suggests implicit call for structural social and economic change.
Platform enables discourse about conditions necessary for human rights realization in technology sector.
-0.13
Article 29Duties to Community
Low Framing
Editorial
-0.15
Structural
-0.10
SETL
-0.09
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Duties to community; restriction on rights contrary to UN purposes. No observable negative position; minimal engagement with duties framework.
Observable Facts
Article does not explicitly reference duties or restrictions on rights.
No language advocating for limitation of human rights observable.
Inferences
Absence of engagement with duties framework and potential rights restrictions creates slight negative framing relative to holistic human rights conception.
-0.17
Article 30No Destruction of Rights
Low Framing
Editorial
-0.20
Structural
-0.15
SETL
-0.10
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Prohibition on destruction of rights through state/group action. Article does not engage with prevention of rights destruction.
Observable Facts
No language observable regarding state or group actions that destroy rights.
No discussion of safeguarding against systematic rights abuses.
Inferences
Absence of engagement with rights protection against state/group destruction creates slight negative directionality.