Claude Shannon

Computer Science American 1916 – 2001 331 quotes

Father of information theory

Quotes by Claude Shannon

The world is full of interesting problems waiting to be solved.

General sentiment expressed in various contexts

I think I've found a way to connect Boolean algebra with switching circuits.

Master's thesis (reflects his thinking at the time) 1937

The future of computing is going to be amazing.

Conversation with a colleague

I'm not sure if this will lead anywhere, but it's worth exploring.

Diary entry

My children are a constant source of joy and inspiration.

Letter to a family member

I believe that simplicity is key to understanding complex systems.

Lecture notes

I've been working on a chess-playing machine.

Letter to a friend

The beauty of mathematics lies in its ability to describe the world around us.

General sentiment

I'm always looking for new ways to think about old problems.

Conversation with a student

Don't be afraid to try new things, even if they seem a little crazy.

Advice to younger researchers

The most exciting discoveries often come from unexpected places.

Lecture

I'm enjoying my time at Bell Labs immensely.

Letter to a friend

The concept of entropy is central to understanding information.

A Mathematical Theory of Communication 1948

I'm building a mechanical mouse that can navigate a maze.

Letter to a colleague

The act of creation is a deeply satisfying experience.

General sentiment

I'm constantly learning new things, even from my mistakes.

Diary entry

The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong journey.

General sentiment

I'm trying to understand the limits of what can be communicated.

Letter to a colleague

My work is driven by a deep curiosity about the world.

Interview

I find great joy in solving difficult problems.

General sentiment