John Romero - Co-creator of Doom | TechJesse Interview # 16/50

Jesse chats with legendary game designer John Romero, co-founder of id Software and co-creator of Wolfenstein 3d, Doom, Quake, and designer on many other hit games. John talks about his early life, the hardships he overcame, and the experiences that shaped his life and the games he makes. John Romero's book "Doom Guy": https://amzn.to/3Mto5R9 Please consider supporting the channel on Patreon:   / techjesse   00:00 Intro 00:57 First experience with computers 8:32 First computer & learning programming 16:24 Early tech influences 21:35 Mental health of programming & early game influences 31:35 Unstable upbringing in Arizona 42:34 Stability of life in Northern California 47:00 Maintaining focus 51:10 Forgiveness & moving on 1:04:23 Looking to the future 1:11:40 Early supporters 1:18:56 John's Sierra College Apple II+ & closing thoughts