Alan Kay

Alan Kay

computer scientist United States

Alan Kay is a renowned computer scientist and pioneer in the field of object-oriented programming and graphical user interfaces. He is best known for his contributions to the development of the Smalltalk programming language and for his visionary ideas about personal computing. Kay has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the Turing Award, and is recognized for his belief that 'the best way to predict the future is to invent it.' His insights into computing and technology continue to influence modern software development and human-computer interaction.

Born on May 17, 1940 (85 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
154,751
Power
541$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Vietnam 1 6.00 0.16% +0% 97,338,583 154,751 $340,000 541$
Totals 1 97,338,583 154,751 $340,000 541$
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