Freaking Computers, How Do They Work? - Code Inception
Dive deep into the inner workings of computers in this 45-minute conference talk by Michal Luziak at NDC Conferences. Explore the journey from high-level programming languages like .NET and JavaScript down to the fundamental 0s and 1s of machine code. Discover the layers beneath virtual machines and gain insights into Intel's x86 architecture. Write code at various levels of abstraction to understand how computers interpret and execute instructions. While experienced low-level programmers may find this a refresher, it's an ideal introduction for those curious about what happens "on the metal" beneath their JavaScript or high-level language code. Uncover the mysteries of registers like EAX, assembly instructions such as INC, and the concept of pointers in this enlightening exploration of computer architecture.