Dec Lecture Jack Gilmore

This document is a transcript of a lecture given by Jack Gilmore on June 5, 1990, introduced by Bob Everett. The lecture focuses on the early history of computer graphics, tracing its roots from the Whirlwind project at MIT. Gilmore discusses his own contributions and those of his colleagues in developing early graphics systems like the TX-0 and TX-2 computers, the Electronic Drafting Machine (EDM), and the Lincoln Writer. He highlights key innovations such as light pens, CRT displays, and interactive programming techniques. The lecture also touches on the business aspects of these developments, including the founding of companies like Adams Associates and Key Data, and the eventual sale of technology to companies like Control Data Corporation. Gilmore shares personal anecdotes and acknowledges the pioneers who contributed to the field, emphasizing the significant impact of their work on the development of modern computer graphics. The lecture concludes with reflections on the early days of interactive computing and the perception of these advancements by the public and industry.