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Joshua Valienté

Joshua Valienté is a fictional character from Neal Stephenson's novel "Snow Crash." He is a skilled hacker and skateboarder with the rare ability to naturally interface with virtual reality environments through his mind. Known as a "razorgirl" in the virtual world, Joshua possesses exceptional intelligence, agility, and adaptability. Throughout the story, he navigates a gritty, near-future society, uncovering mysteries involving technology, culture, and power. His unique talents make him a key figure in combating corporate and governmental threats in a complex, interconnected world.