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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
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“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.”

— Samuel Arbesman, The Magic of Code

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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Samuel Arbesman

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