2023-03-20
I spent a bunch of time as an undergrad at University of IL, U-C, using this system. It really was so far ahead of its time: https://arstechnica.com/...
Ars Technica
A look back at PLATO, an educational computer system released in 1960 that some consider a precursor to graphics, touchscreens, messaging apps, games, and more
2021-09-06
Still working my way through Alvy's super cool book. Taking my time - it's got lots of neat stuff in it. This is an interesting article re: it: https://www.wired.com/...
Wired
Profile of Alvy Ray Smith, a Pixar co-founder who created the algorithms fundamental to animated movies and left after severe disagreements with Steve Jobs
2021-06-14
This reads like the origin story of a super villain. Oh wait... https://twitter.com/...
@danrose999
[Thread] Former Facebook employee, now Coatue Management Chairman, shares his experiences working with Mark Zuckerberg during Facebook's early days
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