It's "the coolest code I've ever written," the Microsoft co-founder says.

Bill Gates is taking a look back at the code that started it all.The Microsoft cofounder this week published the code that became the first product of the company.Take a look at Microsoft's origins as the company turns 50 this month.

However, the tech giant lacks its own proprietary silicon chips and relies on other companies to produce these essential AI model components. It remains to be seen whether Microsoft’s other AI investments will be enough to uphold its legacy for another 50 years — or if it will fall behind other AI companies.