Biography of Grace Hopper

Alex Foster

Biographies of Scientists Book 22 · LibriHouse · AI-narrated by Madison (from Google)

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Grace Hopper, the pioneering computer scientist and U.S. Navy rear admiral, played a transformative role in the development of modern computing. Born in 1906 in New York City, Hopper’s contributions to computer programming, including her work on the first compiler and the development of COBOL, made computers accessible to businesses and governments. This biography explores her groundbreaking achievements, her role in shaping the early days of computing, and her efforts to encourage women to pursue careers in technology. Known as “Amazing Grace,” Hopper’s innovative spirit and dedication to progress made her a trailblazer in computer science, leaving an enduring legacy in the tech industry and beyond.

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Kuldeep Shubham

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