You can see more how Gates approaches systems design, handwritten diagrams, and BASIC source code here. Here you can see how Bill Gates thought about memory: In this Software Notes newsletter from 1975, he explains the strategies and tricks he employs to squeeze things to the utmost. Back then, "memory budgeting" wasn't just a best practice, it was a survival skill. What are your approaches today? submitted by /u/slammers00 [link] [comments]