Konrad zuse’s relationship to informatics

Abstract

Konrad Zuse’s self–identity was that of an engineer, as a person who creates “means to purposes” [1]. In its German beginnings, Informatics focused on theoretical aspects. In my opinion this goes a long way to explaining Zuse’s hesitant acceptance of this emergent discipline. Later, the solving of practical problems came to the fore. This may explain his delayed affinity for this academic discipline.