These films captured the essence of the era, reflecting the hopes, fears, and fascination surrounding the rapidly evolving field of computing and its potential impact on humanity.
Guides
Computers in Film: 1950s
In films cinema between 1950 and 1959, computers started to make their presence known on the silver screen, reflecting the growing fascination and fear surrounding these emerging technological marvels. While…
Computers – A Technology Timeline
Significant milestones in computer, telecommunications and information management history during the period from 1950 to 1979, encompassing advancements in hardware, software, networking, and the emergence of personal computing
1970s Rogue AI Cinema
Rogue AI films of the 1970s depicted the fears and uncertainties of Western society regarding the rise of technology and the potential risks associated with artificial intelligence.
Vanity Architecture Projects
A Vanity Architecture project refers to a construction or development initiative that is primarily driven by personal ego, self-promotion, or the desire to enhance one’s image or legacy, rather than serving a practical or functional purpose.
Roko’s Basilisk
While the concept of Roko’s Basilisk is highly speculative and controversial, it is interesting to consider how our interpretation of Pascal’s Wager might apply to it ?
Zardoz – 1974
“Zardoz” is a complex and thought-provoking film that explores themes of immortality, the search for meaning, societal control, and the consequences of stagnation.
Sci-Fi Classics 1968-76
Sci-Fi Films between 1968 and 1976 were the creative and thought-provoking works each contributing unique perspectives on societal issues.
The Final Programme
“The Final Programme” is a film that polarized critics upon its release, with some embracing its experimental nature and others finding it confusing or disjointed.
Pascal’s Wager as Code
Pascal’s Wager is an interesting and thought-provoking argument, so let Look at an interpretation of Pascal’s Wager expressed as code.
Automating GitHub to WordPress
Automating the publishing of my blog posts from GitHub to WordPress would be a time-saving and efficient process.
Tobacco
Tobacco Cultivation Tobacco is an agricultural crop that requires specific growing conditions and careful management. Here are some key aspects of tobacco cultivation that you may want to consider: Growing…