Calvin C. Newport, known professionally as Cal Newport, is an esteemed American nonfiction author and academic. He is recognized for his insightful analysis of the impact of digital technology on both personal and professional fronts. Newport serves as an associate professor of computer science at Georgetown University.

As a prolific writer, Cal Newport has authored seven books, with notable works like A World Without Email, Digital Minimalism, and Deep Work. These titles have collectively sold over two million copies, been translated into 40 languages, and featured on the New York Times bestsellers list. In his role as an author, Newport often writes for major publications, including contributing to the New Yorker and hosting the Deep Questions podcast.

His academic journey is equally impressive. After earning his PhD from MIT, Newport has focused his research on the theory of distributed systems and digital ethics, contributing over 65 peer-reviewed articles that have garnered more than 4,500 citations.

Cal Newport’s work is a beacon for those seeking to navigate the complexities of technology with intent and purpose, striving to reclaim concentration in an era rife with distractions.