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Mar 8, 2016 · Fundamentals

How Ada Lovelace Pioneered Computer Programming and Shaped Modern Tech

Ada Lovelace, the 19th‑century mathematician and poet’s daughter, became the world’s first computer programmer through her groundbreaking notes on Charles Babbage’s analytical engine, championing interdisciplinary imagination, influencing modern computing, and inspiring ongoing efforts to recognize women’s contributions in STEM.