Foundations of Computation: The Birth of Boolean Logic

This chapter explores the critical advancements in computing prior to the digital era, emphasizing a transformative master's thesis that intricately linked Boolean algebra with differential equations. It highlights the visionary work of a key figure in computer science, tracing how these early theoretical concepts laid the groundwork for modern circuitry and digital computing. The narrative illustrates the playful spirit of innovation and inquiry that characterized this seminal period in technological history.