T&B Stories – The rise of Microsoft DOS and the fall of Gary Kildall

We will discuss the history of the IBM PC and the role of Gary Kildall in the development of personal computing. This is how the IBM PC was built using off-the-shelf parts, which led other manufacturers like Compaq and HP to create their own PC clones using the same components. The significance of Kildall, who was a pioneer in the field and developed the CP/M operating system that played a crucial role in the early days of personal computing. Despite Kildall’s contributions, he didn’t achieve the same level of recognition as figures like Bill Gates. Kildall’s missed opportunities and his impact on the computing industry.

Here’s an article about the story: https://bookjelly.com/the-tragic-story-of-gary-kildall/