40 Years in IT Series

Join Martin Campbell as he reflects on 40 years in the IT industry. Explore a series of insightful posts that chronicle his journey, lessons learned, and the evolution of technology over four decades.

The Arrival of the PC Would Irrevocably Change IT Forever

1985

Working in a Computer Centre that was constrained by financial capital but had oodles of computing human capital, the arrival of the PC represented the dawn of an era of unparalleled innovation and development. We were a tiny shop, taking advantage of this new...

Making a Start, Learning How to Learn in the Real World

1984

I was lucky enough to commence my career in a commercial team supporting an academic institute, perhaps the ideal environment as innovation and experimentation were supported while commercial reality was maintained. Introduced by my friend Rod Tasker, I started my...

Starting a Career in Information Technology and Adapting to Continual Change

1979 to 1983

Having enjoyed 40 years in the Information Technology industry as a Systems Programmer, Analyst Programmer, Software Architect, Systems Architect, Enterprise Architect, Program Manager and Senior People Leader, I have always thought of myself as a Software Engineer. I...