On April 4, 2025, Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in the history of technology. The company was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, who started with a small but important piece of computer code. This code, created in 1975, was crucial for the development of Microsoft. Bill Gates and Paul Allen were inspired by an article about the Altair 8800 minicomputer, which led them to offer software to the Altair’s manufacturer, Micro Instrumentation and Telemetry Systems. At the time, they had not yet written the code but were confident they could deliver.

After two months of hard work, Bill Gates completed the code using the BASIC programming language. This was a turning point, as it became the first operating system for the Altair and the foundation of Microsoft. Over the years, the company grew and developed products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Windows, which changed how people used computers. Microsoft’s success also helped shape the personal computing revolution. Today, under the leadership of Satya Nadella, Microsoft is worth $2.8 trillion. Reflecting on the company’s journey, Bill Gates described it as “crazy that the dream came true.” This anniversary highlights the importance of dedication and innovation in shaping the future.