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Smalltalk's Past, Present, and Future with Juan Vuletich
Jun 24, 2024
Juan Vuletich, creator of Cuis Smalltalk, discusses the dynamic nature of Smalltalk, its origins, and evolution. They touch on personal computing, object-oriented programming, and the influence of Smalltalk on modern languages. The conversation explores image processing, graphics evolution, and the transition to vector graphics in UI design, as well as the evolution of GPUs for parallel processing and dynamic document formats.
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- Smalltalk enables changeable running programs without stopping or recompiling.
- Alan Kay's vision sees computers as meta mediums creating new forms of expression.
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Programming Systems Designed for Change While Running
Smalltalk and its concept of changeable running programs without stopping or recompiling is discussed. The history and philosophy of Smalltalk, focusing on empowering users to become programmers, are explored. Alan Kay's vision of a personal computer and the impact of Smalltalk on human culture are highlighted. The podcast delves into Alan Kay's belief that computers are meta mediums capable of creating new forms of expression, akin to the impact of the Gutenberg press on human culture.
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