Innovation and Social Impact in Software Engineering

This study addresses the importance of software engineering in society, highlighting the need for a practical approach in university education through a concise training center that currently plays a role in the education of its members. From this perspective, an initiative of the Federal University of Pará, the Fábrica de Software (FS), is presented, where the application of agile and structured methodologies and the frequent support of the faculty are emphasized, with the aim of improving and developing the professional side of the involved students. In this research, the methodological construction used to guide the FS participants will be detailed, while the concrete developments achieved by the Factory will be presented. This methodology encompasses different spheres of everyday life, such as health, education, and culture, and includes the initiative's commitment to the community, showing how knowledge is transmitted and the socio-educational role of the FS.