Notion Podcast

A mathematician by training, Richard Hamming contributed significantly to the computer science and telecommunications industries. Of his work in information theory, digital filters and numerical methods, the most widely known is the Hamming codes — a family of formulas that allowed computers to detect and correct their own errors. This work would go on to be foundational for computers and communications, being used in modems, embedded processors, satellites, and more.   For more episodes of Pioneers, including photos and transcripts, please visit: https://www.notion.so/blog/topic/pioneers​  Produced by Notion: http://www.twitter.com/NotionHQ​ Hosted by Devon Zuegel: https://twitter.com/DevonZuegel​ Audio by This Land Films: https://etfilmhome.com/

Pamela Hardt-English, the driving force behind the first computerized bulletin board system in the 1970s, provides a resource network for counterculture centers. She shares the challenges of bringing computer access to individuals and discusses the unique culture within the warehouse community.

Louis Pouzin, inventor of the datagram, discusses the early internet days. Topics include TCP/IP protocols development, impact on mass culture, and future internet evolution. Key points: journey at MIT, C-Cloud project, protocol standardization, TCP-IP history, and network governance shifts.

Ted Nelson, the founding designer of Xanadu, discusses his expansive vision for digital technology. He explores the concept of hypertext and its influence on the Internet. Topics include Xanadu Classic, transcopyright, transclusion, and missed opportunities of the web

Stu Card discusses his pioneering work in Human Computer Interaction, including the design of Englebart's mouse and Information Foraging theory. Topics covered include practical theories in engineering, the origins of HCI, expanding brain capabilities, innovations at Xerox Park, and the importance of seamless interfaces and virtual books.

In a fascinating conversation with Andy Hertzfeld, a key member of the original Macintosh team, listeners gain insight into the early days of personal computing. Hertzfeld shares stories about the thrill of creating innovative designs while navigating challenges in user accessibility. He reflects on the agile development strategies that set the Macintosh apart from its predecessors, emphasizing collaboration among tech enthusiasts. Additionally, he discusses the evolution of user experience enhancements and the visionary push for handheld communication devices in the 1990s.