

From OCCAM and CSP to Java
Mar 9, 2025
In this episode, Kevlin Henney, an independent consultant and programming expert, shares his journey from playing with a Sinclair ZX81 to exploring advanced programming paradigms. He discusses his early days creating simulations and his academic dive into parallel computing. Henney reflects on his fascination with object-oriented programming through the lens of Java's evolution, highlighting its platform independence and unique features like inner classes. His insights also cover the influence of Communicating Sequential Processes on modern programming and the importance of bridging different coding paradigms.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
The Evolution of Programmable Calculators
04:39 • 15min
From Physics to AI: A Personal Journey
19:24 • 6min
From Factory Floors to Virtual Machines
25:08 • 14min
Exploring Java Web Frameworks and the Influence of CSP
39:26 • 2min
Bridging Programming Paradigms: Java and Beyond
41:43 • 26min
Exploring Conference Connections and Digital Presence
01:07:28 • 2min