David Wheeler
Computer Scientist; developed early programming
Born
1927
98 years ago
Died
December 13th, 2004
20 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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English computer scientist contributed significantly to the development of programming languages and computer architecture. Developed the concepts of the subroutine and the use of binary numbers in computing. Pioneered work on the Electronic Delay Storage Automatic Computer (EDSAC), one of the first stored-program computers. His academic career included positions at the University of Cambridge, where he influenced generations of students and researchers in the field of computer science.
Developed early concepts of programming languages
Worked on the EDSAC computer project
Promoted computer science education at Cambridge
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