The Tube Computer is a modern 8-bit computer built from recycled 1950s vacuum tubes and germanium diodes, designed to run simple programs like an airship flight simulator or complex calculations. Its architecture uses only NOR gates, inspired by vintage designs like the IBM700 series, and emphasizes visible operation for educational purposes. The project, still in progress, highlights both the challenges and rewards of building and maintaining a large tube-based system, reflecting a blend of retro computing enthusiasm and personal storytelling.
The Tube Computer
