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Alan Kay is an “art and systems guy” who likes to say, “No one has benefited more from his research community” (ARPA and Xerox PARC). His contributions there have been recognized by the NAE Draper Prize “for the vision,…
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Alan Kay × Ivan Zhao
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Notion is inspired by 1970s computing pioneers like Alan Kay, whose vision of computing as a medium for human intelligence shaped the foundation of modern computers. In this fireside chat, Alan and Ivan explore how that original dream evolved from first-generation systems like the Dynabook and Smalltalk to today’s software while reflecting on humanity’s relationship with expressive media.
