Tech Brew Ride Home (IHP) Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott
Jun 10, 2023
Kevin Scott, Chief Technology Officer of Microsoft, has a remarkable career spanning Google, AdMob, and LinkedIn. He discusses his journey from academia to revolutionizing advertising and enhancing engineering at LinkedIn. The conversation dives into Microsoft's advancements in AI and machine learning, emphasizing accessibility for all users. Kevin also shares insights on fostering an empowering culture in tech firms and the significance of aligning technology with genuine human needs.
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Payroll Software
- Kevin Scott wrote payroll software for his father's construction companies.
- This was his first commercially useful program.
Early Online Experiences
- Limited by cost, Kevin Scott's early online experience with BBSs was minimal.
- CompuServe provided his first real connection to a wider computing community.
Entrepreneurial Start
- Kevin Scott worked part-time at an electronics company during college and full-time during summers.
- This experience taught him about entrepreneurship and engineering.
