From Airline Reservations to Sonic the Hedgehog
A History of the Software Industry
Summary:
The book traces the evolution of the software industry from its early days, focusing on key developments like the creation of airline reservation systems, to the rise of personal computing and video games exemplified by Sonic the Hedgehog. It explores the growth of software companies, the impact of software on society, and the technological advancements that have shaped the industry.
Key points:
1. Software Industry Origins: The book looks at the early computing era, especially the 1950s and 1960s airline reservation systems like IBM's SABRE for American Airlines, which were crucial in the birth of the software industry.
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