Homebrew Computer Club

GPTKB entity

Properties (49)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf computer club
gptkbp:activities sharing knowledge
demonstrating projects
discussing technology
gptkbp:dissolved 1986
gptkbp:duration weekly
gptkbp:focus personal computing
gptkbp:founded 1975
gptkbp:founder gptkb:Fred_Moore
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Homebrew Computer Club
gptkbp:influence gptkb:Apple_Inc.
computer hobbyist culture
gptkbp:legacy inspiration for user groups
gptkbp:location gptkb:Silicon_Valley
gptkbp:notable_event collaboration on projects
networking opportunities for engineers
first meeting
encouragement of innovation
support for software development
advocacy for open access to technology
community building among tech enthusiasts
development of early computer games
development of early software applications
discussions on hardware hacking
discussions on open-source software
discussions on programming languages
encouragement of collaboration among peers
encouragement of self-learning in technology
formation of tech communities
formation of tech startups
influence on DIY electronics
influence on hacker culture
influence on modern tech culture
influence on tech education
influence on tech entrepreneurship
influence on the PC revolution
influence on the maker movement
introduction of microcomputers
introduction of the first home computers
promotion of computer literacy
promotion of user-driven innovation
sharing of hardware designs
sharing of technical skills
support for hobbyist projects
support for open-source hardware
introduction_of_the_Altair_8800
launch_of_the_Apple_I
gptkbp:notable_member gptkb:Steve_Wozniak
gptkb:Steve_Jobs