Reading Corner: “Source Code” by Bill Gates
I’ve been eagerly anticipating the release of Bill Gates’ latest book, “Source Code,” ever since I saw him announce it last year. Finally, the day arrived, and I wasted no time in purchasing it online on the day it was released. Although I usually prefer reading my books in English, I couldn’t wait a few extra days for the English version to arrive, so I opted for the Portuguese translated version, which you can see illustrating this post.
“Source Code” is not a book about Microsoft, as the title might suggest. Instead, it explores Bill Gates’ early days, long before he co-founded Microsoft with Paul Allen. Gates shares stories from his childhood, highlighting how he always felt different and was self-aware of this uniqueness. He recounts growing up in a privileged environment and how he managed to make a difference in various schools, with his family, and among different groups of people. The book is engaging and addictive, making it an easy read that I highly recommend not just to Microsoft fans but to anyone who loves computers.