The Billings Computer
March 4, 2026 • EPISODE 300
Who created the first personal computer? In this episode of Science LIVE with Roger Billings, explore the history of silicon chip design and the breakthroughs that made modern computing possible. Learn about the Intel 4004, the world’s first commercial microprocessor, the Intel 800, and inventor Federico Faggin, whose work helped make the first all-in-one personal computer a reality. Discover how these early innovations paved the way for the powerful computers we use today.
About DrB
Dr. Roger Billings is a visionary innovator whose work has touched the lives of millions of students and transformed the landscape of education. Widely known as “DrB” to the countless kids who benefit from his groundbreaking Acellus learning system, Dr. Billings has dedicated his life to advancing education through technology.
As part of DrB’s lifelong commitment to supporting education, Science LIVE was launched as a way to “give back” by mentoring students in conjunction with the Roger Billings Scholarship Program.
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10 x as faster
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Caleb: You thinking what I’m thinking?
David: Tear it open and see what’s inside?
Caleb: Exactly.
(Explanation…)
David: You thinking what I’m thinking?
Caleb: Tear it down and build it again?…
David: No! Tacos!!!
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How are those little engraving put on the chips at the time?
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How do they get the rosin into the shape of a squid in the first place?
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Tacos
It’s almost unfathomable how much smaller processors have gotten since the late 70’s. Only 30 to 40 years later would we begin creating them at the atomic levels!
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