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# - Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software

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Review: Great Place to Start - Clear and entertaining
Review: Engaging Read for Beginners and Techies Alike - An engaging and accessible exploration of how computers really work. The author breaks down complex concepts into simple, relatable explanations, making topics like binary, logic gates, and basic circuits far less intimidating. For newcomers, it’s a great way to build a foundational understanding of computer theory with just a touch of electrical engineering. As someone with a technical background, I still found it entertaining; the examples and analogies added fresh ways to frame ideas I already knew. It’s the kind of book that can bridge the gap between “I use computers” and “I understand what’s happening under the hood.” Highly recommended for anyone curious about what makes hardware and software tick, whether you’re starting from scratch or just want a new perspective.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #18,299 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Unicode Encoding Standard #6 in Data Processing #13 in Software Development (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (962) |
| Dimensions  | 6 x 0.92 x 9 inches |
| Edition  | 2nd |
| ISBN-10  | 0137909101 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0137909100 |
| Item Weight  | 1.45 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 480 pages |
| Publication date  | August 7, 2022 |
| Publisher  | Microsoft Press |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Place to Start
*by M***O on February 17, 2026*

Clear and entertaining

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Engaging Read for Beginners and Techies Alike
*by A***N on August 19, 2025*

An engaging and accessible exploration of how computers really work. The author breaks down complex concepts into simple, relatable explanations, making topics like binary, logic gates, and basic circuits far less intimidating. For newcomers, it’s a great way to build a foundational understanding of computer theory with just a touch of electrical engineering. As someone with a technical background, I still found it entertaining; the examples and analogies added fresh ways to frame ideas I already knew. It’s the kind of book that can bridge the gap between “I use computers” and “I understand what’s happening under the hood.” Highly recommended for anyone curious about what makes hardware and software tick, whether you’re starting from scratch or just want a new perspective.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ CODE is the book you should get.
*by P***R on January 12, 2026*

The best book to enter the field. Grateful that Charles Petzold decided to write it, even happier this was one of the first books I picked up. Recommend to everyone wanting to become a programmer, or just interested in computers.

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