The Unbreakable Code Whose Breaking Won WWII - Enigma Machine Emulation in Ruby

Explore the fascinating history and mechanics of the Enigma machine in this 37-minute conference talk from RubyConf 2023. Dive into the world of pre-digital encryption as speaker Aji Slater unravels the secrets of this ingenious World War II cipher device. Learn how object-oriented programming principles can be applied to create an Enigma machine emulator in Ruby. Discover the parallels between modern development patterns and the inner workings of this historical encryption tool. Gain insights into how breaking this "unbreakable" code played a crucial role in the Allied victory during World War II.