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How Code Has Changed the World - With Torie Bosch

The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Explore the profound impact of computer code on society in this 55-minute talk by Torie Bosch at The Royal Institution. Delve into the history of coding, from the Y2K bug to pop-up ads, and discover how programmers' choices have shaped our world. Learn about the Police Beat algorithm, the Harvard Virus (Morris Worm), and the best comments in code. Examine why 60-year-old code is still in use, discuss Elon Musk's influence on Twitter, and consider how ChatGPT could revolutionize coding. Gain insights from leading technology experts on the human stories behind programming and the code that influences our daily lives.

Syllabus

Intro to Torie’s book project
The birth of pop-up ads
The Police Beat algorithm
The Harvard Virus Morris Worm
The best comments in code
Why we use 60 year old code
Elon Musk and Twitter
How Chat GPT could change coding

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The Royal Institution

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