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Linda Xie is co-founder and Managing Director of Scalar Capital. Previously she was a product manager at Coinbase which she joined in June 2014. At Coinbase, Xie has worked with regulators and law enforcement on compliance for digital assets. Prior to Coinbase, she was a portfolio risk analyst at AIG. Linda holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of California, San Diego.
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The Scout Mindset
Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don't
Julia Galef - 2021-04-13 (publicado por primera vez en 2019)
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Gain a new perspective and make better decisions with Julia Galef's The Scout Mindset. Humans tend to defend their beliefs, even if they're wrong. But by adopting a scout mindset, we can learn to survey the terrain and seek the truth. Galef shows us that scouts aren't necessarily smarter or more knowledgeable, but have developed emotional skills and habits that anyone can learn. Using examples from survival stories to CIA operatives, The Scout Mindset explains how to overcome biases and see the world as it truly is.
Linda Xie
2022-02-16T07:39:03.000Z
Also love this suggestion from The Scout Mindset by @juliagalef. Definitely going to make a conscious effort to do this. Highly recommend the book!      fuente
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The Idea Factory
Bell Labs and the Great Age of American Innovation
Jon Gertner - 2012-03-15
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Discover the fascinating history of Bell Labs, the research and development wing of AT&T that produced some of the most groundbreaking inventions of the 20th century. From the transistor to the laser, digital communications to cellular telephony, Bell Labs was the birthplace of modern technology. Author Jon Gertner delves into the lives of the brilliant and eccentric men behind these innovations and explores the management of innovation that Bell Labs pioneered. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology and innovation.
Linda Xie
2021-12-29T05:55:53.000Z
Some of my favorite books are on unique times in history when a group of incredibly talented people came together to build: - American Prometheus (Manhattan Project) - Dealers of Lightning (Xerox PARC) - The Idea Factory (Bell Labs) - Masters of Doom (id Software) - Skunk Works      fuente
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American Prometheus
The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer
Kai Bird - 2007-12-18 (publicado por primera vez en 2005)
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"American Prometheus" is a captivating biography that unveils the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer in unprecedented detail. Oppenheimer, the iconic "father of the atomic bomb," was the brain behind the scientific progress surrounding America during WWII. The book follows his journey from education at New York City's Ethical Culture School, to his social justice involvement and establishment of America's leading school of theoretical physics in California. The biography concludes at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, where he directed from 1947 to 1966. This book is an essential read for those interested in WWII and Cold War history and how it has influenced our present and future.
Linda Xie
2021-12-29T05:55:53.000Z
Some of my favorite books are on unique times in history when a group of incredibly talented people came together to build: - American Prometheus (Manhattan Project) - Dealers of Lightning (Xerox PARC) - The Idea Factory (Bell Labs) - Masters of Doom (id Software) - Skunk Works      fuente
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Maestros del Doom
How Two Guys Created an Empire and Transformed Pop Culture
David Kushner - 2004-05-11 (publicado por primera vez en 2003)
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Esta es la increíble pero verídica historia del Lennon y el McCartney de los videojuegos: John Carmack y John Romero. Juntos revolucionaron las posibilidades del medio tanto a nivel tecnológico como temático, desafiaron todos los modelos de negocio establecidos para levantar una empresa multimillonaria y crearon polémica a nivel internacional. Por encima de todo, vivieron una singular y emocionante aventura, dejando atrás los hogares rotos de su infancia para entregarse en cuerpo y alma a su obsesión por los juegos y la informática, creando en el proceso dos de las más exitosas, célebres y controvertidas franquicias de la historia de los videojuegos: Doom y Quake. Hasta que los mismos juegos que habían creado acabaron por separarles. Es una historia de amistad y traición, de arte y comercio, de esfuerzo y tecnología. Una crónica apasionada de lo que significa ser joven, entusiasta y creativo.
Linda Xie
2021-12-29T05:55:53.000Z
Some of my favorite books are on unique times in history when a group of incredibly talented people came together to build: - American Prometheus (Manhattan Project) - Dealers of Lightning (Xerox PARC) - The Idea Factory (Bell Labs) - Masters of Doom (id Software) - Skunk Works      fuente
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Dealers of Lightning
Xerox PARC and the Dawn of the Computer Age
Michael A. Hiltzik - 2000-04-05
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Discover the untold story of the inventors at Xerox’s Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) who paved the way for today's indispensable technology. In Dealers of Lightning, renowned Los Angeles Times reporter, Michael Hiltzik, delves into the forces and faces behind the revolution that saw the creation of the first personal computer, Internet and user-friendly word-processing programs. Hiltzik reveals how the group was given complete freedom from deadlines and directives at Xerox headquarters, which led to a steady output of amazing technology. Despite failing to utilize the technology produced by the group, Xerox managed to produce one successful invention, the laser printer, which earned the company billions. Featuring interviews with engineers, executives, and scientists involved in the Xerox PARC this book chronicles an amazing era of egos, ideas, and inventions at the dawn of the computer age.
Linda Xie
2021-12-29T05:55:53.000Z
Some of my favorite books are on unique times in history when a group of incredibly talented people came together to build: - American Prometheus (Manhattan Project) - Dealers of Lightning (Xerox PARC) - The Idea Factory (Bell Labs) - Masters of Doom (id Software) - Skunk Works      fuente
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The Book of Esports
The Definitive Guide to Competitive Video Games
William Collis - 2020-08-04
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Discover the explosive world of competitive video games with The Book of Esports, the ultimate guide to the largest entertainment and sporting phenomenon in human history. Written by gaming luminary and Harvard MBA William Collis, dive into the rise of esports and its implications for human competition and the future of humanity itself. Learn about the success of blockbuster games like League of Legends, Fortnite, and Starcraft, as well as the strategic choices that drive success in the modern gaming industry. Featuring select interviews from industry experts, including tales of trust, betrayal, and superhuman reflexes, this book offers a comprehensive overview of esports and its billion-dollar industry, accessible to both lifelong gamers and curious parents alike. Join the ride into the worlds unreal and discover why true human competition is always just a click away.
Linda Xie
2021-08-24T00:18:31.000Z
The Book of Esports is a fantastic read if you're interested in learning a high-level overview of the history of video games, why some games dominated over others e.g. Fortnite vs PUBG, and the rise of esports. Super accessible to a wider audience      fuente
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Snow Crash
Neal Stephenson - 2018-06-01 (publicado por primera vez en 1992)
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El gran best-seller ciberpunk de los noventa Una novela desinhibida y rebosante de ideas que se ha convertido en el texto más popular de la ciencia ficción moderna. En el futuro cercano, los americanos sólo destacan haciendo cuatro cosas: música, películas, programas… y repartir pizza en menos de treinta minutos. En el mundo real, Hiro Protagonista trabaja de repartidor para Pizzas Cosa Nostra Inc., pero en el Metaverso es un príncipe guerrero. Y en el Metaverso se enfrenta con algo aún más terrible que la posibilidad de llegar tarde a una entrega: el enigma de un virus que amenaza con provocar el infocalipsis. Sólo en muy contadas ocasiones aparece un escritor que desafía cualquier tipo de comparación y cuya originalidad es capaz de redefinir nuestra forma de mirar el mundo. Neal Stephenson es uno de estos escritores, y Snow Crash , la novela con la que ha revolucionado la ciencia ficción. Es una novela generosa, ágil y tremendamente divertida que ganó de inmediato el carácter de libro de culto en la red y saltó inevitablemente a las listas de best-sellers. “Snow Crash es un fantástico torbellino superrealista, un proyectil comicogrotesco disparado hacia un mañana que ya está ocurriendo.” Timothy Leary
Linda Xie
2021-08-18T06:17:27.000Z
@hudsonjameson @monicapuchner Ooh please read Snow Crash, it's a bit of a cliche book to talk about in tech but it's soo good and really changed my thinking when I read it!      fuente
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Los señores del espacio
Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos y la cruzada para colonizar el universo
Christian Davenport - 2018-03-20
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Descubre el nacimiento de una nueva Era Espacial. Los señores del espacio relata la historia de un grupo de emprendedores multimillonarios, entre los que destacan Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson y Paul Allen, que están dedicando sus fortunas a la resurrección del programa espacial americano. Estos hombres, algunos de los más ricos del mundo, hacen uso de las innovaciones de Silicon Valley para intentar enviar a los seres humanos más lejos de lo que jamás ha conseguido la NASA y disminuir el coste de los viajes espaciales.
Linda Xie
2021-07-21T18:38:27.000Z
@soona Such a good book! So glad you recommended it      fuente
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Proyecto Hail Mary
A Novel
Andy Weir - 2021-05-04
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La nueva novela del autor de El marciano, que se convertirá en una película protagonizada y producida por Ryan Gosling. UN ÚNICO ASTRONAUTA. UNA MISIÓN IMPOSIBLE. UN ALIADO QUE JAMÁS HABRÍA IMAGINADO. Ryland Grace es el único superviviente en una misión desesperada. Es la última oportunidad y, si fracasa, la humanidad y la Tierra misma perecerán. Claro que, de momento, él no lo sabe. Ni siquiera puede recordar su propio nombre, y mucho menos la naturaleza de su misión o cómo llevarla a cabo. Lo único que sabe es que ha estado en coma inducido durante mucho mucho tiempo. Acaba de despertar y se encuentra a millones de kilómetros de su hogar, sin más compañía que la de dos cadáveres. Muertos sus compañeros de tripulación, y a medida que va recuperando confusamente los recuerdos, Grace se da cuenta de que se enfrenta a una misión imposible. Recorriendo el espacio en una pequeña nave, depende de él acabar con una amenaza de extinción para nuestra especie. Sin apenas tiempo y con el ser humano más cercano a años luz de distancia, habrá de conseguirlo estando completamente solo. ¿O no? Proyecto Hail Mary, una aventura interestelar irresistible como solo Andy Weir podía imaginar, es una historia de descubrimiento, especulación y supervivencia a la altura deEl marciano, que nos lleva a lugares que nunca soñamos alcanzar.
Linda Xie
2021-07-09T02:51:52.000Z
The hype around Project Hail Mary is real. One of the best books I've ever read and couldn't put it down. Highly recommend checking it out especially if you love sci-fi      fuente
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The Dream Machine
M. Mitchell Waldrop - 2002-08-01 (publicado por primera vez en 2001)
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Explore the fascinating vision behind the personal computing revolution, and the man who ignited it all. Meet J.C.R. Licklider, a visionary who saw the incredible potential of human-computer interaction at a time when computers were nothing more than data processors. In this captivating book, learn how Licklider's passion and ideas inspired the creation of the internet and shifted the world's understanding of what computers could be. Plus, read Licklider's original writings that laid the groundwork for the personal computer revolution. Get ready to dive into the exciting history of the Dream Machine.
Linda Xie
2021-05-19T06:03:56.000Z
The Dream Machine is an incredible book detailing the history of the modern computer. It brings together the stories of many people who played a key role - Claude Shannon, Alan Turing, John von Neumann, J.C.R. Licklider, etc. Highly recommend!      fuente
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Claves de la innovación by Matt Ridley
Sin filtro by Sarah Frier
What You Do Is Who You Are by Ben Horowitz
Super Pumped by Mike Isaac
Get Together by Bailey Richardson
How the Internet Happened by Brian McCullough
Autonomy by Lawrence D Burns
High Growth Handbook by Elad Gil
A Mind at Play by Jimmy Soni
A Crack in Creation by Jennifer A. Doudna
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Losing the Signal by Jacquie McNish
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Virtual Economies by Vili Lehdonvirta
El tiburón de 12 millones de dólares by Don Thompson
One from Many by Dee Hock
Crypto by Steven Levy
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