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The Code
Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America
Book • 2019
The Code: Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America chronicles the history of computing from the 19th century to the present day, focusing on the people, companies, and events that have shaped the industry.
The book delves into the role of computing during World War II, the post-war rise of universities as centers of computing research, and the complex relationships between government, academia, and the tech industry.
O'Mara highlights the unique confluence of time, place, and personality that has made Silicon Valley a hub of technological innovation and examines the disruptive effects of its products on society, advocating for a more humane and equitable tech future.
The book delves into the role of computing during World War II, the post-war rise of universities as centers of computing research, and the complex relationships between government, academia, and the tech industry.
O'Mara highlights the unique confluence of time, place, and personality that has made Silicon Valley a hub of technological innovation and examines the disruptive effects of its products on society, advocating for a more humane and equitable tech future.
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Cal Newport in relation to his concept of becoming an 'imminently capable human being'.
Cal Newport in relation to his concept of becoming an 'imminently capable human being'.
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Ep. 274: The Deep Life Stack v2.0
Mentioned by Mina Kim as a book detailing the history of right-wing government influence in Silicon Valley.
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Is ‘The Nerd Reich’ Taking Over the Government?
Erwähnt von Margaret O'Meara in ihrem Buch über die Geschichte des Silicon Valley.
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