Writing a Writer - Programming Language and Poetry

Watch a fascinating conference talk from YOW! 2015 where Richard P. Gabriel, a Renaissance man known for bridging technology and liberal arts, demonstrates how he programmed a Common Lisp application to manipulate language like a poet. Learn about an innovative approach to understanding writers' thinking processes through software that has produced master-level poetry recognized by expert audiences. Explore the intersection of programming and creative writing as Gabriel, with his unique background spanning computer science and poetry, shares insights into his unconventional programming methodology. Delve into how this former Lisp pioneer turned poet successfully merged the technical and artistic worlds, creating a lasting impact on both software development and creative expression. Discover a programming perspective that challenges traditional approaches and demonstrates how technology can be used as an instrument for artistic creation.