Hardcore Software: Inside the Rise and Fall of the PC Revolution

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This book takes you on a journey from the early days of PCs, through the evolution of technology, to the assembly of teams that built the bedrock of today’s digital world. Sinofsky shares firsthand experiences, revealing the challenges and triumphs encountered while navigating Microsoft’s corporate dynamics, and how external forces like the press and partnerships influenced the trajectory of personal computing.

Hardcore Software is more than a recounting of tech history; it’s narrative rich with lessons on innovation, leadership, and navigating the ups and downs inherent in the tech industry. Sinofsky provides a window into the successes and failures that defined an era, offering insights valuable to anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes of technology development, business strategy, or leadership.

In a tone that’s engaging yet informative, Sinofsky makes the complex world of software development accessible, highlighting the human elements behind the code. This book demystifies the process of building massive software projects, offering a nuanced perspective on the growth of an industry that has reshaped society.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CYBS9PFY
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Learning by Shipping, LLC
Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 22, 2024
Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3.3 MB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 1735 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8990388512
Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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