1. Personal inspiration and career impact
Many commenters said Cringely’s work sparked their interest in technology and shaped their professional paths.
“I loved the book Accidental Empires, and it inspired me to become a programmer.” — glokta
“His documentary gave me a kind of access to Apple, a company I loved dearly as a kid… I’m a stranger indebted.” — mrcwinn
2. Chronicler of tech history and Silicon Valley culture
Users praised his ability to document and explain the rise of the PC industry, offering an insider’s view that educated a generation.
“Reading Accidental Empires is how I learned that the tech industry even existed.” — TuckerBMorgan
“He seemed like the inconvenient insider of 90s Silicon Valley.” — JMiao
3. Mourning the loss of an era and a beloved voice
The thread is filled with expressions of grief, acknowledging the end of a bygone era of tech journalism and offering condolences.
“End of an Era. His documentaries fueled me so much in the 90s and 2000s. I loved his stuff and his blogs.” — DoesntMatter22
“RIP, you will be missed.” — WheelsAtLarge