The History of A.I.
History of Artificial Intelligence
From Theoretical Origins to Generative AI
The Cycles of Boom and Bust
AI history is defined by "Summers" (periods of extreme optimism and funding) and "Winters" (periods of disappointment). Use the interactive chart below to trace the trajectory of the field. Click on any data point to reveal the watershed moments of that era.
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Select a point on the chart to explore the era.
Chronological Key Events
The Founding Fathers
AI was not discovered; it was invented by a small group of thinkers. They approached the problem from different angles: some focused on logic and symbols, others on biology and learning. Use the filters below to explore their distinct contributions.