Mastering Delphi 5: A 25-Year Retrospective

2025-03-24

Marco Cantu has released a free, annotated 2025 edition of his classic 'Mastering Delphi 5'. The 1139-page book features 475 footnotes and dozens of new screenshots comparing the old and new IDE and application UIs. While some code doesn't compile, most programs still run, a testament to Delphi's enduring legacy. This gift to the community celebrates Delphi's 30th anniversary and offers a nostalgic journey through its history.

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Delphi Turns 30: A Retrospective

2025-02-14

February 14th marks the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Delphi programming language. Marco Cantù reflects on attending the product launch at the Moscone Center in San Francisco 30 years ago and shares links to his blog posts and a YouTube video commemorating the event, including a piece on the 10th anniversary. The post offers a nostalgic look back at Delphi's three decades of impact on programming.

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