IEEE Spectrum Geek Life Channel

1. When Good Engineers Write Bad Software

   In a new book, veteran programmer Adam Barr explains why it happens and how to fix it

2. The Strange and Twisted Tale of the Poco Handheld Computer

   Supply-chain problems forced a premium camcorder to mutate into a game-friendly kit

3. Log On Like It’s 1985: A Fragment of Minitel Returns

   A popular chat service, 3615 SM, has been resurrected from the original code

4. "What Would Doug Engelbart Do?" Ask Organizers of a Silicon Valley Event

   Inspired by the man who showed the way to modern computing, tech-minded experts shared ideas for how to tackle climate change, nuclear proliferation, and broken political systems

5. In Retail’s Shift to Online, The Winner is… Pinball?

   Stern Pinball is seeing sales surge as it provides sophisticated new machines for an arcade business renaissance. Meanwhile, new technology is keeping old machines running in New York