{"product_id":"forty-stories-of-error-delvis-echeverria-9798868155857","title":"Forty Stories of Error","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn our current digital landscape, the indispensability of software is unquestionable, yet its failures wield staggering repercussions on a global scale, costing economies millions annually. This book not only provides historical insights into the emergence of the term 'bug' in reference to malfunctions in archaic devices but also delves into 40 real-life stories showcasing catastrophic bugs throughout computing history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a comprehensive understanding, the book is divided into two key sections: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnraveling the 'Bug' Origins: This section meticulously examines the genesis and early usage of the term 'bug.' It clarifies its origin, navigating through historical writings and records to elucidate how 'bug' evolved into the ubiquitous term for technical issues. Additionally, it highlights influential figures like Thomas Edison and Grace Hopper, who popularized its usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStories of Error: The book's second section delves into the historical computer errors. It guides readers through significant incidents across diverse industries, spanning music, aerospace, politics, healthcare, finance, civil engineering, and more. Here, readers glean invaluable insights into the evolution of computing and ongoing endeavors for error prevention and resolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Delvis Echeverria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798868155857\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/05\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 140\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.43lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delvis Echeverria","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48996761174271,"sku":"9798868155857","price":17.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/forty-stories-of-error-delvis-echeverria-9798868155857","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}