I think nanotechnology, AI, and cognitive enhancement are hot fuels for a
singularity.
As far as learning to program, Java might be a better language to begin
with.
http://java.sun.com/tutorial
Good luck,
Leonardo
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-extropians@extropy.org
> [mailto:owner-extropians@extropy.org]On Behalf Of Jerry Mitchell
> Sent: Friday, April 27, 2001 4:53 PM
> To: extropians@extropy.org
> Subject: How to help create a singularity.
>
>
> Hi all,
> I just wanted to ask what the thoughts might be if someone
> wanted to assist
> in the development of a singularity, what would be a good approach? I was
> thinking I might enjoy learning a programming language, but I
> have tried my
> hand at C and its not exactly conducive to easy mastery. Are there other
> languages that might be a better approach to a novice programmer?
> Is it even
> worth trying to catch up to the cutting edge of development
> considering the
> pace that this edge keeps growing? What might be some ways to help other
> then programming? Thanks!
>
> Jerry Mitchell
> cosmicv@tampabay.rr.com
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