Jerry Lawson
Electronic engineer and game cartridge inventor
Born
December 1st, 1940
84 years ago
Died
2011
14 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An electronic engineer and inventor, played a critical role in the development of video game technology. Created the first interchangeable video game cartridges for home video game consoles, which revolutionized the gaming industry. Worked at Fairchild Semiconductor, where contributed to the launch of the Fairchild Channel F, the first home console featuring removable cartridges. Later, founded his own video game company, which designed games for various platforms and focused on increasing diversity in the gaming industry.
Developed the first video game cartridges
Played a key role at Fairchild Semiconductor
Founded a video game company emphasizing diversity
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