Jay Miner

Computer Scientist and Engineer, Amiga

Jay Miner - Computer Scientist and Engineer, Amiga
Born

May 31st, 1932
93 years ago

Died

1994
31 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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A prominent computer scientist and engineer, contributed significantly to the development of personal computing. Played a vital role in creating the revolutionary Amiga personal computer during the 1980s. Worked extensively at Atari, where involvement in video game development occurred. Established a legacy in computer graphics and hardware design that is still recognized today.

Developed the Amiga computer system

Contributed to Atari's video game projects

Advanced computer graphics technology

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