Randy Pausch is an accomplished researcher in the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). It is sometimes the case that big researchers are asked to give a “Last Lecture” where they would address their audience as if this was the last public lecture they will ever give.

Unfortunately however, this title is a bit more literal for Randy Pausch. He is terminally ill (Panceriatic Cancer), and the doctors have projected 4-6 months of good health. Despite that, Randy still enjoys his upbeat spirit and humor. In this lecture he talks about the pursuit of childhood dreams and enabling childhood dreams for others. It is quite a good lecture, and i advise all to watch it.