Productivity · 20 min
The Magic of Code
By Samuel Arbesman
This episode reveals how the invisible logic of computer code shapes our daily lives, from our social interactions to global systems, and why understanding its human origins is crucial.
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Productivity
Duration
20 min
What it is about
Code, Algorithms, Human Systems, Digital Society
Who it is for
If you've ever felt a digital system was subtly nudging your decisions, or wondered how unseen code influences your daily life, this will clarify the human choices embedded in every algorithm, and this will help you see what to do next.
The author
Samuel Arbesman is a complexity scientist and author who explores how technology and science evolve, offering a unique perspective on the often-overlooked human and systemic forces shaping our digital world.
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