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Hackers and Painters
Book • 2004
In 'Hackers & Painters: Big Ideas from the Computer Age,' Paul Graham delves into the motivations and activities of hackers and programmers.
The book is a collection of essays that cover various topics such as the role of 'makers' in society, the design and complexity of software, the importance of beauty in software design, and the open-source movement.
Graham also critiques the current educational system and discusses the historical and cultural context of hacking and programming.
The essays provide an insightful look into what Graham calls 'an intellectual Wild West,' highlighting the significant impact of technology on how we think, work, and live.
The book is a collection of essays that cover various topics such as the role of 'makers' in society, the design and complexity of software, the importance of beauty in software design, and the open-source movement.
Graham also critiques the current educational system and discusses the historical and cultural context of hacking and programming.
The essays provide an insightful look into what Graham calls 'an intellectual Wild West,' highlighting the significant impact of technology on how we think, work, and live.
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David Perell as a book that combines left-brain skepticism and right-brain imagination.
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David Senra in the context of developing taste in product design and the unscientific nature of building great products.
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Marc Andreessen in relation to the connection between software engineering and creative writing.
Marc Andreessen in relation to the connection between software engineering and creative writing.288 snips
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Garry Tan as influential in his decision to become a founder; his essays resonated deeply with Garry.
Garry Tan as influential in his decision to become a founder; his essays resonated deeply with Garry.
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Mentionné par Fabien Potencier comme un livre qu'il a lu et apprécié, traitant du métier de développeur et de sa similitude avec celui d'un artiste.
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Garry Tan as a powerful book that teaches how the world works, along with Zero to One.
Garry Tan as a powerful book that teaches how the world works, along with Zero to One.
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