M. Minsky's 1961 paper, “Steps Toward Artificial Intelligence,” published in the Proceedings of the IRE, provides a comprehensive overview of the foundational concepts, goals, and challenges in the emerging field of artificial intelligence (AI). Minsky discusses various approaches to machine learning, pattern recognition, and problem-solving, while identifying key obstacles and proposing potential solutions. His visionary insights and theoretical contributions significantly influenced the direction of AI research, establishing a framework that has guided subsequent advancements in the field. This seminal work remains a cornerstone in the history of AI, shaping the understanding and development of intelligent systems.