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#307 – Brian Armstrong: Coinbase, Cryptocurrency, and Government Regulation

Lex Fridman Podcast

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From Java to Cryptocurrencies: A Programmer's Journey

This chapter explores a tech figure's early programming experiences, highlighting their struggles with Java and subsequent enjoyment with PHP. It discusses the evolution of programming languages over time, including the significance of older languages like Cobalt and Fortran in modern systems. Additionally, the chapter transitions into the operations of cryptocurrency exchanges, particularly Coinbase, detailing mechanisms like order books and the complexities of trading in the crypto market.

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