Ada Lovelace
10 December 1815 – 27 November 1852
English mathematician and writer, chiefly known for her work on Charles Babbage's proposed mechanical general-purpose computer, the Analytical Engine. She is often regarded as the first computer programmer.
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Life events
Birth
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Began rigorous study of mathematics
c. 1832
Tutored privately in mathematics and science from an early age, later mentored by Mary Somerville.
Education
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Met Charles Babbage
5 June 1833
Introduced to Babbage and his Difference Engine, beginning a long scientific correspondence.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
Career
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Married William King
8 July 1835
Later becoming Countess of Lovelace when her husband was made an earl.
Relationship
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Published notes on the Analytical Engine
1843
Her translation and extensive notes included what is regarded as the first published computer algorithm.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
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Death
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