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UNIX
A History and a Memoir
Book • 2019
Brian Kernighan's "Unix: A History and a Memoir" offers a personal and insightful account of the development of the Unix operating system.
The book details the unique environment at Bell Labs that fostered innovation and collaboration, highlighting the contributions of key figures like Ken Thompson and Dennis Ritchie.
Kernighan shares anecdotes and reflections on the design principles and cultural factors that shaped Unix's success.
The book explores the evolution of Unix, its impact on the computing world, and its enduring legacy.
It provides a valuable historical perspective on a pivotal technology and its lasting influence.
The book details the unique environment at Bell Labs that fostered innovation and collaboration, highlighting the contributions of key figures like Ken Thompson and Dennis Ritchie.
Kernighan shares anecdotes and reflections on the design principles and cultural factors that shaped Unix's success.
The book explores the evolution of Unix, its impact on the computing world, and its enduring legacy.
It provides a valuable historical perspective on a pivotal technology and its lasting influence.
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Adam Stacoviak as a book written by Brian Kernighan himself, documenting his experience at Bell Labs during the creation of Unix.
Adam Stacoviak as a book written by Brian Kernighan himself, documenting his experience at Bell Labs during the creation of Unix.
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Recommended by Nathan for its historical insights into Bell Labs and the development of Unix.
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Mentioned in relation to Unix and the Bash shell.
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