Jim Keller: Moore's Law, Microprocessors, and First Principles | Lex Fridman Podcast #70
Lex Fridman・2 minutes read
Renowned engineer Jim Keller discusses computer architecture, processor design, and the importance of deterministic answers in programming. The discussion also delves into the evolution of computation, challenges with Moore's Law, and the potential of future technology advancements.
Insights
- Jim Keller, a distinguished microprocessor engineer, emphasizes the importance of first principles engineering in computer design, highlighting his work on x86 64 instruction sets and hyper transport interconnects.
- The evolution of computation, driven by Moore's Law, has led to advancements beyond transistor shrinking, exploring parallelism, mathematical operations, and future smart technologies, with a focus on balancing software and hardware needs in developing efficient autonomous driving systems.
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Recent questions
What is Jim Keller known for?
Microprocessor engineering at AMD, Apple, Tesla, Intel.
What does Jim Keller discuss on the Artificial Intelligence Podcast?
Differences between human brain and computer microprocessors.
What is Cash App involved in supporting?
Organizations like FIRST Robotics inspiring students globally.
What is the importance of instruction sets in modern computers?
Execution of instructions and prediction of branches.
How does Jim Keller view the future of technology?
Envisions a smart world with transformative possibilities.