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Stephen Wozniak was born on the 11th of August in San José, California. Since he was a kid, he shown interest in electronics and problem-solving, which was the beginning of his future work in computing. -
As a child, Stephen built simple electronic devices and calculators, showing his interest in ingenuity in circuits and logic design. -
During high school, he focused on building and understanding digital circuits and calculators, experimenting with hobbyist electronics. -
He enrolled at the University of California, Berkeley, studying electrical engineering and computer science, which helped him formalize his knowledge in hardware and programming. -
He worked at Hewlett-Packard, gaining hands-on experience in hardware design and learning practical engineering skills from industry professionals -
He built a Pong game controller, demonstrating his ability to create innovative hardware designs for entertainment technology. -
He joined the Homebrew Computer Club in Silicon Valley, where he shared ideas, prototypes, and insights with other technology enthusiasts and hackers. -
He designed and assembled the Apple I computer in his garage. This machine was one of the first personal computers to be sold fully assembled. -
Co-founded Apple Computer with Steve Jobs and Ronald Wayne, beginning a company that would revolutionize personal computing worldwide. -
He developed the Apple II, featuring color graphics, expansion slots, and an innovative design that made computers accessible to homes and schools. -
Apple II became the first commercially successful personal computer, setting standards for usability, performance, and home computing. He received awards for his innovative contributions to microcomputers, establishing his reputation as a leading engineer and designer. -
He retired temporarily from Apple to focus on teaching and personal projects, demonstrating his commitment to education and community. -
He started mentoring young engineers and promoted computer education programs, sharing his knowledge and supporting the next generation of innovators. -
He became Co-founded Acquicor Technology, a technology investment company, applying his knowledge of tech trends to support new ventures. -
He sponsored projects to teach computing to children, encouraging students to explore STEM subjects and digital creativity. He also participated in interviews and talks promoting hacker culture, creativity, and the value of open collaboration in technology. -
He started mentored hackathons and student tech fairs, inspiring young programmers to develop real-world projects and innovations. And, he launched initiatives to bring technology and programming education into schools, collaborating with foundations to improve STEM learning. -
He started appearing in documentaries and tech conferences, sharing his experiences in founding Apple and the personal computer revolution. He participated in webinars and online discussions about engineering, hacker ethics, and STEM education, reaching global audiences. -
He was actively present with participations in conferences and global events, promoting hacker culture, open technology, and STEM education for future generations.