#computing history

Stories of how hardware, software, languages, and development practices evolved over time. The evolution of computing systems, technologies, and paradigms. Exploring the origins, key innovations, and influential figures that shaped how we compute today.

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COBOL at 65: The Immortal Language That Still Runs the World

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COBOL has been declared dead more times than any language in history, yet it still processes an estimated 95% of ATM transactions and 80% of in-person transactions globally. With GCC 15.1 shipping a brand-new COBOL frontend, the language's story is far from over.

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Bob James•May 28, 2025