The Secret History of Silicon Valley

Why it was recommended

This is an eye opening perspective on some history "hidden in plain sight" of the origins of Silicon Valley.

Strong recommendationskmurphy · Original2008-11

What it covers

Steve Blank tells how World War II, Stanford's Frederick Terman and military and intelligence agencies shaped the rise of Silicon Valley. The talk centers on the Cold War. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

Google TechTalks

Length

56 min 33 sec

Year

2007

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