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May 15, 2022 · Backend Development

How Dave Cutler Built Modern OSes: From VMS to Windows NT & Azure

Dave Cutler, the legendary software architect behind VMS, Windows NT, and later Azure, rose from a self‑taught programmer to lead groundbreaking OS projects, influencing modern computing through innovative design, cross‑platform portability, and a relentless drive that reshaped Microsoft’s technology strategy.