Amjad Farooq Alvi

Amjad Farooq Alvi, a pioneering Pakistani computer engineer and co-founder of Brain Computer Services, shares the story behind the accidental creation of the first PC virus, 'Brain', in 1986. He reminisces about coding playful programs that turned ominous as they spread worldwide with the haunting message, 'Welcome to the dungeon'. Alvi discusses the early reactions from users, including a frantic call from Florida, and the unusual legacy of a virus that was harmless yet infamous for crediting its creators. His journey highlights the unexpected impact of tech innovation.