Simplifying Complexity

The scientist who made the digital world possible - Part 1


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Dr Claude Shannon is one of the most influential scientists you’ve likely never heard of whose work laid the foundations for the information age. 

To explain the significance of Dr Shannon’s impact on modern computing, we’re joined by Jimmy Soni, author of “A Mind at Play: How Claude Shannon Invented the Information Age” and “The Founders: The Story of PayPal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley”.

 

Resources and links:

  • Jimmy Soni’s website

  • Jimmy Soni on X

  • Jimmy Soni on Instagram

 

Connect:

  • Simplifying Complexity on Twitter

  • Sean Brady on Twitter

  • Sean Brady on LinkedIn

  • Brady Heywood website

 


This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

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