In the book "Steve Jobs" by Walter Isaacson, it is noted that Jobs accepted a personal challenge to use as few chips as possible in his work. He aimed to avoid exploiting the generosity of a colleague while engaging in this challenge. This approach highlights his self-discipline and ethos regarding collaboration and resourcefulness.

Much of the development work took place in the garage of a friend, Bill Fernandez, who was still a student at Homestead High School. To fuel their work sessions, they consumed substantial amounts of Cragmont cream soda and frequently rode their bikes to Sunnyvale, emphasizing their youthful energy and the camaraderie built during those formative years.