Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Inc., was born in San Jose, California on August 11, 1950. He showed an early interest in computers and electronics, leading to his significant contributions to the tech industry.

On August 11, 1959, Stephen Gary Wozniak was born in San Jose, California. His passion for computing and hardware experimentation played a crucial role in the success of Apple Computer.

At the age of 13, Steve Wozniak created his first computer, showcasing his early interest in electronics. He participated in school science fairs and won several prizes.

In 1968, Steve Wozniak graduated high school and started his college career at the University of Colorado. However, due to financial constraints, he had to return home after his freshman year.

In 1969, Steve Wozniak was expelled from the University of Colorado Boulder in his first year for hacking the university's computer system. This event led him to return to the San Francisco Bay Area and pursue his passion for technology.

In 1971, at the age of 19, Steve Wozniak met Steve Jobs and together they built an electronic 'blue box' that allowed them to manipulate the telephone network, marking the beginning of their partnership.

In 1975, Steve Jobs convinces Steve Wozniak to start a computer company. Wozniak, who was already working on creating a computer, agreed as he could not afford to do it on his own. This led to the founding of Apple Computer Company.

On March 1, 1976, Steve Wozniak finished the basic design of the Apple I computer, including hardware, circuit board designs, and the operating system. Despite being rejected by HP, Wozniak, with the encouragement of Steve Jobs, decided to start their own business to build and sell the computer.

On April 1, 1976, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak established the Apple Computer Company (now Apple Inc.) with Ronald Wayne. The name 'Apple' was chosen after Jobs spent time at an apple orchard in Oregon. This marked the beginning of their iconic tech company.

In April 1977, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak introduced the Apple II at the West Coast Computer Faire. It was the first highly successful mass-produced personal computer with color graphics and BASIC programming language built in.

In 1978, Steve Wozniak designed the Disk II floppy disk drive specifically for use with the Apple II series, replacing the slower cassette tape storage.

In 1979, Steve Wozniak was honored with the ACM Grace Murray Hopper Award for his contributions to the field of computing.

In 1980, Apple Computer went public with a market value exceeding $1 billion, marking the fastest rise to that milestone in corporate history. This event made Steve Wozniak an instant multimillionaire due to his stock in the company.

On February 7, 1981, Wozniak, piloting a Beechcraft Bonanza A36TC which he was not qualified to operate, crashed soon after takeoff. He sustained severe injuries and suffered from anterograde amnesia, leading to a temporary leave from Apple.

In May 1982, Steve Wozniak, with the help of Bill Graham, founded Unuson, which sponsored two US Festivals combining music, technology, and people.

After losing money on the 1982 US Festival, Wozniak threatened to end his involvement with rock festivals if the 1983 event did not turn a profit.

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak left his post at Apple in 1985, but reportedly remains on the company payroll.

In 1986, Steve Wozniak completed his coursework at UC Berkeley and earned his degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.

Steve Wozniak officially ended his full-time employment with Apple, but remains an employee and shareholder. He desired no more of a role than that of an engineer and a motivational factor for the Apple workforce.

In 1989, Wozniak was awarded an Honorary Doctoral Degree by the University of Colorado Boulder for his contributions to technology.

In 1990, Steve Wozniak married Suzanna Mulkern, who had three children and worked as an attorney. This event inspired Woz to start teaching at local schools.

In 1998, Steve Wozniak was named a Fellow of the Computer History Museum for his role in co-founding Apple Computer and inventing the Apple I personal computer.

In the year 2000, Steve Wozniak was honored by being inducted into the inventors hall of fame for his significant contributions to the field of technology.

In 2001, Steve Wozniak founded Wheels of Zeus (WOZ) with the goal of creating wireless GPS technology to make it easier for everyday people to find everyday things.

On December 10, 2002, an event titled 'An Evening with Steve Wozniak' was held, featuring the co-founder of Apple Inc., Steve Wozniak.

In 2004, Wozniak received an Honorary Doctoral Degree from North Carolina State University in recognition of his contributions to technology.

In 2006, Steve Wozniak published his autobiography titled iWoz: Computer Geek to Cult Icon: How I Invented the Personal Computer, Co-Founded Apple, and Had Fun Doing It.

Since 2008, Steve Wozniak has been married to Janet Hill, an Apple executive.

In 2009, Steve Wozniak became the chief scientist at Fusion-Io, a company specializing in high-capacity, solid-state storage devices. He later became a full-time employee before moving on to other ventures in the tech industry.

On September 30, 2010, Steve Wozniak made a cameo appearance as himself on The Big Bang Theory in the episode 'The Cruciferous Vegetable Amplification'. He was approached by Sheldon via telepresence on a robot while dining at The Cheesecake Factory.

Until Steve Jobs's death in October 2011, Wozniak maintained a friendly acquaintance with him.

In 2012, Wozniak applied for Australian citizenship and expressed his desire to live in Melbourne, Australia in the future.

On September 30, 2013, Steve Wozniak appeared on the television show John Wants Answers alongside early Apple employees to discuss the movie Jobs.

On February 17, 2014, in Los Angeles, Wozniak was awarded the 66th Hoover Medal from IEEE President & CEO J. Roberto de Marca for his professional achievements and personal endeavors that have advanced the well-being of humankind.

On September 17, 2014, Steve Wozniak was interviewed by a TMZ reporter at an airport regarding his opinions on the new iPhone 6.

On October 16, 2014, Wozniak received the 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award from the New York City Chapter of Young Presidents' Organization at the American Museum of Natural History.

On June 19, 2015, Wozniak was honored with the Legacy for Children Award by the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose for significantly benefiting the learning and lives of children.

On June 20, 2015, Wozniak was presented with the 2015 Alumnus of the Year Award by The Cal Alumni Association for his contributions to education and UC Berkeley.

In March 2016, High Point University announced Wozniak as their Innovator in Residence, where he engages with students on various topics and makes periodic campus visits.

As of October 26, 2017, Steve Wozniak is actively involved in the technology business, specifically working at Primary Data, a company specializing in data management and IT infrastructure.

Despite more than three decades passing, Steve Wozniak remains employed at Apple, allegedly due to his loyalty to the company. In a podcast interview with Guy Kawasaki in February 2020, Wozniak mentioned that his paycheck amounts to approximately $50 per week.

In April 2021, Steve Wozniak joined the TV series Unicorn Hunters as a panelist, a business investment show produced by the makers of The Masked Singer.

In July 2021, Wozniak expressed his support for the electronics right to repair movement, stating that the issue has emotionally affected him and crediting Apple's early breakthroughs to open technology of the 1970s.

In September 2021, Steve Wozniak started Privateer Space with co-founder Alex Fielding to address the issue of space debris. The company debuted its space traffic monitoring software in March 2022.

In 2022, Steve Wozniak completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. He shared information about being a father of six, a foster parent, and his diverse work experience in various industries. Wozniak is running as an independent candidate.

In May 2023, Wozniak discussed how AI may make scams harder to detect due to its intelligence, highlighting the potential risks posed by bad actors who could use AI to deceive people.

In November 2023, Wozniak suffered a minor stroke while preparing to speak at a conference in Mexico City. He was briefly hospitalized before returning home.

In December 2023, Wozniak became a Serbian citizen along with his wife Janet, with plans to promote Serbia while living in the U.S.

Steve Wozniak starts his career journey with Apple in 2024.

Steve Wozniak, with no party preference, participated in the primary election on March 5, 2024, to represent California's 5th Congressional District. Unfortunately, he lost in the primary.