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.