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license: mit
language:
- en
pretty_name: John Carmack .plan files from 1996 to 2021
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This dataset contains a collection of .plan files authored by John Carmack, a renowned programmer and game developer known for his work on classic video games like Doom, Quake, and the development of 3D graphics technology. .plan files were a method used by developers in the 1990s and early 2000s to share progress updates, technical insights, and personal notes with the community. These files provide a historical record of Carmack's thoughts, technical discussions, and development updates during his time at id Software and beyond.