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How Data Happened - a History from the Age of Reason to the Age of Algorithms

How Data Happened - a History from the Age of Reason to the Age of Algorithms

HistoryMathematics
Pages
336
Published
2023
Language
English

Synopsis

This book traces the history of data, from its philosophical origins in the Age of Reason to its current role in the Age of Algorithms. It explores how our understanding and use of data have evolved, shaping society, science, and technology. The authors examine the key figures and ideas that have defined this transformation, offering a comprehensive look at how data came to be so central to modern life.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplexThought-Provoking

Genres

History Mathematics Science Technology

Authors

M
Matthew L. Jones

Matthew L. Jones is the author of "How Data Happened," a comprehensive history tracing the evolution of data from the Age of Reason to the Age of Algorithms. He specializes in making complex historical subjects accessible. Readers appreciate his clear insights into how information has shaped our world.