Gary Kildall
A Seattle native who invented the modern disc operating system (the OS) and the concept of the software platform. He is known for developing CPM, the most popular operating system of its time.
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Nov 24, 2023 • 42min
(IHP) The Gary Kildall Legend Part 1
Gary Kildall, a pioneer from Seattle, revolutionized computing by inventing the modern disc operating system and creating CPM, the first popular OS for personal computers. In a deep dive into tech history, he contrasts sharply with Bill Gates, raising questions about why Gates became the wealthiest man in the world while Kildall faded into the background. The discussion explores Kildall's innovative spirit, the birth of the software platform, and the pivotal negotiations between Microsoft and IBM that reshaped the technology landscape.
Jul 4, 2024 • 42min
(IHP) The Gary Kildall Legend Part 1
In this fascinating discussion, Gary Kildall, the pioneer behind the modern disk operating system and CP/M, reflects on his groundbreaking contributions to tech. He delves into the pivotal meeting with IBM that changed personal computing forever. Kildall shares the story of his missed opportunity due to a flight, leading to Bill Gates' rise with DOS. Listeners will explore the contrasting philosophies of Kildall and Gates, and ponder how history could have unfolded differently in the tech landscape.
