Episode #1342
John Carmack
Books mentioned
Ready Player One
Mentioned by John Carmack · at 01:32:02 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
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John Carmack, co-founder of id Software and a pioneering game programmer, discusses Oculus Quest, virtual and augmented reality, and immersive applications ranging from exercise to martial arts training. He also explores brain-computer interfaces, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, cryptography, spaceflight, and the engineering and economic challenges of developing advanced technologies.
What they talked about
- Oculus Quest standalone VR headset
- VR gaming and Beat Saber
- Esports and competitive gaming evolution
- Artificial general intelligence and neural interfaces
- Turbocharging Ferraris and car modifications
- Armadillo Aerospace and SpaceX rocketry
- Future of VR and user value
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