I learned today that Steve Jobs passed away. The announcement on the Apple site is very short and like most Apple products is very well designed and beautiful. I never got to meet him but I can see his influence in the computer in front of me, the phone in my pocket, and a lot of the discussions we seem to be having around design and aesthetics. I don’t know if there is another CEO in any industry that has brought together the drive, passion, and attention to detail that Steve brought to Apple. Although I personally don’t use Apple products I have appreciated the competition and vision that they have brought to our industry. I will always remember my first assembly programming language class that was taught on an Apple II and later classes on the Apple Lisa (I think).

Rest In Peace Mr. Jobs