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Behind The Tech with Kevin Scott
Lisa Su, Chair and CEO, AMD
Jan 8, 2024
Lisa Su, Chair and CEO of AMD, shares her inspiring journey from a curious child fascinated by engineering to a leading figure in high-performance computing. She discusses the importance of hands-on experiences and STEM education, and highlights the current groundbreaking innovations in semiconductor technology. Su emphasizes the role of collaboration in both her leadership style and the rapid advancements in AI, painting a picture of an exciting era for hardware that mirrors the early internet days.
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- Lisa Su's early exposure to hardware sparked a lifelong passion for engineering, shaping her career in semiconductors and technology.
- The importance of hands-on learning and collaborative experiences during her education significantly influenced Lisa Su's understanding and appreciation of engineering.
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Entry into Hardware and Semiconductors
The speaker recounts an early fascination with hardware, sparked by the ability to build and test semiconductors. Observing the construction of chips with a few transistors that could be examined under a microscope left a profound impression. This early interest laid the foundation for a career in hardware and semiconductors. The excitement of seeing technology at such a compact scale is emphasized as a pivotal moment that shaped their professional journey.
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