The ENIAC in context: 80 years of computing history

· Adafruit Industries Blog · Nov. 10, 2026, 4:15 p.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses a talk by Brian L. Stuart, a computer science professor, about the ENIAC, marking 80 years since its unveiling. The talk contextualizes the ENIAC within the history of computing, highlighting its physical attributes and technical innovations. It explores the machine's capabilities, including the storage of decimal numbers and conditional branching, along with insights into the historical figures involved in its development. Audience interactions address wartime secrecy and noteworthy historical lectures, and the full talk is accessible via a linked video.