In the sweltering summer of 1970, a revolution was brewing in the heart of Silicon Valley. It was here, at the legendary Xerox PARC, that a team of visionary researchers and engineers were pioneering the dawn of the computer age.
Their groundbreaking work on the Xerox Alto, a revolutionary mouse-driven workstation, marked the beginning of a new era in computing. As they worked tirelessly to bring this vision to life, the boundaries between art and science began to blur.
The story of "Dealers of Lightning" is one of collaboration, innovation, and perseverance. Through intimate portraits and behind-the-scenes accounts, we delve into the lives of these pioneers, revealing their triumphs and setbacks, as they pushed the limits of what was thought possible.
From the humble beginnings of the Alto to its eventual deployment in businesses around the world, "Dealers of Lightning" takes you on a journey through one of the most influential and transformative periods in computing history. A must-read for anyone interested in technology, innovation, or simply the human side of science and engineering.