Ada Lovelace
Ada Lovelace was an English mathematician and writer, recognized as one of the first computer programmers. Her work on Charles Babbage's early mechanical general-purpose computer, the Analytical Engine, included the first algorithm intended for implementation on a machine. Lovelace's visionary ideas about computing and her foresight into the potential of computers as more than mere calculation tools have made her a key figure in the history of computer science.
Born on Dec 10, 1815 (209 years old)
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Bolivia:
Ada Lovelace is recognized for her significant historical impact on technology.
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Iraq:
Ada Lovelace argued that machines are not truly creative as they can only execute pre-programmed tasks.
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Montenegro:
Ada Lovelace, a 19th-century mathematician, is considered the first programmer in history.
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Croatia:
Ada Lovelace is often referred to as the first programmer for writing the first algorithm intended for execution on Charles Babbage's analytical engine.
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Greece:
Ada Lovelace is noted as the first computer programmer.
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France:
Ada Lovelace is noted as a pioneering mathematician who could inspire young girls in the field of computing.
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Italy:
Ada Lovelace is mentioned as one of the historical leaders that can be chosen in Civilization VII.
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