Moore’s Law: Summary Review

This is a summary review of Moore’s Law containing key details about the book.

What is Moore’s Law About?

Moore's Law is a biography about the life and work of Gordon Moore, the co-founder of Intel and a pioneer in the field of semiconductors.

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In Moore’s Law, the authors give the authoritative account of Gordon Moore's life and his role in the development both of Silicon Valley and the transformative technologies developed there. Told by a team of writers with unparalleled access to Moore, his family, and his contemporaries, this is the human story of man and a career that have had almost superhuman effects. The history of twentieth-century technology is littered with overblown "revolutions."

Summary Points & Takeaways from Moore’s Law

Some key summary points and takeaways from the book include:

* Gordon Moore is one of the most important figures in the history of the technology industry. He was instrumental in the development of the microprocessor, which has revolutionized the world in countless ways.

* Moore's Law, the famous prediction that the number of transistors on a microchip would double every two years, has held true for more than 50 years and continues to shape the technology industry.

* Moore's leadership style at Intel was characterized by a focus on technical excellence and a commitment to collaboration and teamwork.

* Moore was an early champion of corporate social responsibility, and his philanthropic efforts have had a major impact on education and the environment.

* The book provides a fascinating look at the history of Silicon Valley and the development of the semiconductor industry, as well as the many personalities who shaped it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology and the people who made it happen.

Who is the author of Moore’s Law?

Arnold Thackray is a science historian who is the founding president of the Chemical Heritage Foundation, the Life Sciences Foundation, and Science History Consultants. He is an emeritus professor at the University of Pennsylvania.

Rachel Jones is the author of A Brief Theology of Periods (Yes, really), Is This It?, and several books in the award-winning Five Things to Pray series, and serves as Vice President (Editorial) at The Good Book Company.

Book details

  • Print length: 560 Pages
  • Genre: Biography, Business, Technology

What are the chapters in Moore’s Law?

Chapter 1: The Moores OF Pescadero
Chapter 2: The Chemistry of Romance
Chapter 3: Chemical Apprentice
Chapter 4: Science, Shockley, and Silicon
Chapter 5: Launch
Chapter 6: Emerging Realities
Chapter 7: The Invention of Intel
Chapter 8: The Real Revolution
Chapter 9: The Great Cost-Reduction Machine
Chapter 10: Revolution, Sturm Und Drang
Chapter 11: Onward and Outward

What do critics say?

Here's what one of the prominent reviewers had to say about the book: "Almost everyone knows Moore's Law. Almost no one knows the Moore behind this law. Finally a book describing the quiet, unassuming technology godfather of Silicon Valley. A great read about a great man whose work truly changed the world." — Craig R. Barrett, former CEO & chairman, Intel Corporation

* The editor of this summary review made every effort to maintain information accuracy, including any published quotes, chapters, or takeaways. If you're interested in enhancing your personal growth, I suggest checking out my list of favorite self-development books. These books have been instrumental in my own personal development and I'm confident they can help you too.

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