We build our computer (systems) the way we build our cities: over time, without a plan, on top of ruins.Life in Code: A Personal History of Technology, p. 47
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Ellen Ullman is an American computer programmer and author, known for her work in the field of technology and her insightful writings on the intersection of computing and human experience. She has authored several books, including "Close to the Machine" and "Life in Code," which explore the cultural implications of technology and the personal narratives of those working in the tech industry.
b. 1944
We build our computer (systems) the way we build our cities: over time, without a plan, on top of ruins.Life in Code: A Personal History of Technology, p. 47
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