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Software Engineering - Greatest Hits 1947-2047

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Embark on a captivating journey through a century of software engineering excellence in this entertaining and informative conference talk. Explore the evolution of programming languages, methodologies, and best practices from 1947 to 2047, covering pivotal moments in computing history. Discover how groundbreaking technologies like Colossus, ENIAC, and valve memory paved the way for modern innovations such as quantum cryptography and biological algorithms. Learn about the development of influential programming languages like Fortran, BASIC, Perl, and Java, and their impact on the industry. Gain insights into significant milestones, including the moon landing, the rise of social networks, and futuristic concepts like Cydonia and Esperanto. Delve into the enduring principles of software engineering that have stood the test of time and continue to shape the future of technology.

Syllabus

Introduction
Software Conference 1947
The 1950s
Fortran 1957
ASCII
Computer Industry
Moon Landing
Apple Basic
Perl
Java
Social Network
Cydonia
Esperanto

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