Before founding Microsoft, Bill Gates experienced a humbling moment at Harvard, realizing some peers were better at math than him. Despite this, his drive and quest for challenges never waned. Gates eventually left Harvard to co-found Microsoft, leading to immense success. Notably, he solved the 'pancake problem,' impressing with his brilliance.
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