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10:00am EST

History of Computers before there were Computers.

Sunday January 26, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am EST

History of computational machines from the Egyptians to the 19th century. A distinguishing trait of human beings is that we make and use tools but does that go far enough? Many animals use tools. Maybe a better definition involves using computational tools and labor-saving devices, to help with advanced cognitive functions, such as computers. We will briefly discuss the development and use of computational devices. We will explore the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Sumerians, Chinese, and Europeans.

Speakers

D Mark Haynes

Scrum Master/Agile Team Facilitator, Dmarkhaynes Consulting

I’m a renaissance man trapped in a specialist’s body. My degree is in biologist. That’s why I’m IT. I’ve worked as a software developer, with an elegant language for a more civilized age. I became a QA guy, because breaking things is therapeutic. I became a process specialist... Read More →

Sunday January 26, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am EST
Ballroom D-BIG TOP Access via the Ballroom Assemble Hall.

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