As AI Grips World, the Thrill of Collecting Vintage Computers Is Growing
Seattle software engineer Josh Dersch restores over 200 vintage devices, finding satisfaction in understanding computing systems from top to bottom.

Software engineer Josh Dersch spends countless hours tinkering in his garage, coaxing decades-old machines back to life. Dersch estimates that he owns more than 200 vintage computers and devices in his Seattle home. He explained that seeing the origins of technology has always been fascinating to him as he works to preserve classic computing hardware.[1][2]
Restoring older machines provides Dersch with a hands-on technical challenge. He noted that debugging and repairing vintage devices is a fun process that allows someone to understand an entire system from top to bottom. As interest in artificial intelligence grips the world, the thrill of collecting and restoring early computer technology continues to grow.[1][2]



