TechTalk: Jim Boulton - Unsung Heroes of the Information Age - Thursday 15th September 2022
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Description : Join us for an fascinating talk on some undercelebrated figures of the Information Age. Join us as Digital Archaeologist Jim Boulton shares what he has learned from his interactions with Leonard Kleinrock, Alan Kay, Alan Emtage, Susan Kare and other architects of our modern world. Click here for a teaser video of some of Jim's footage with Leonard Kleinrock! Jim Boulton is the author of 100 Ideas that Changed the Web and curator of 64 Bits, an exhibition of iconic websites that shaped the early web. He curated the historical section of the Barbican's acclaimed Digital Revolution exhibition, and has had his digital archaeology software exhibited at the Tate Modern. He is currently working on a Graphic History of the Information Age. Jim's 100 Ideas that Changed the Web book is available in our museum shop, and Jim will be happy to sign it for you - or feel free to bring your own copy on the night!
The talk will begin at 7pm and last around 90 minutes, with the opportunity to ask questions afterwards. Twitter: @jim_boulton ANNUAL PASS HOLDERS - Please enter your pass number at checkout.
Refreshments will be available from our Pac-Lunch Shop. Spaces for these exciting events are limited, so booking is required to ensure your place. Payment is taken by PayPal immediately. Please print a copy of the receipt that is displayed at the end of the payment process and bring it with you as your e-ticket. Cancellations: Due to the limited number of places available for this event, we are unable to refund tickets when cancelled less than 7 days before the event. Remember - All proceeds go to support our Computing Museum! |
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