Acquired

Meta

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Oct 28, 2024
Dive into the world of Meta, where over 3 billion users connect daily. Discover the fascinating backstory of Mark Zuckerberg, from coding ZuckNet to launching Facebook. Explore the revolutionary 'Like' button and the bold innovations that shaped social media. Delve into the intense rivalry with Google and the challenges of privacy and misinformation. Finally, experience the ambitious shift towards AI and augmented reality, as Meta navigates its evolving identity in the tech landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Early Influences

  • Mark Zuckerberg's passions were video games, programming, and classics.
  • Civilization's 4X strategy and multiple win conditions influenced his approach to business.
ANECDOTE

Precocious Programmer

  • At age 10, Zuckerberg learned C++, an advanced programming language.
  • His passion for coding led to early projects like ZuckNet, a family chat tool.
INSIGHT

AIM's Impact

  • AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) was the first viral consumer software, unintentionally hackable and extensible.
  • This provided a canvas for young programmers like Zuckerberg to experiment and learn.
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