David Wheeler

Computer Scientist; developed early programming

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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