Ada Lovelace: The Mother of Computing

From Poetry to Algorithms – How One Woman Foretold Modern Technology

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Buch | Hardcover
254 Seiten
2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-44807-1 (ISBN)

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Ada Lovelace: The Mother of Computing - Ricarda Held
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In an era when women were rarely seen in scientific circles, Ada Lovelace defied expectations and shaped history. Known as the "Enchantress of Numbers," she was more than just a mathematician. Ada foresaw the transformative power of Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine, envisioning a future where machines could do far more than mere calculations-they could process information, create art, and transform society.This captivating biography traces Ada's extraordinary journey, from her upbringing as the daughter of the famed poet Lord Byron to her groundbreaking insights that laid the foundation for modern computing. Through vivid storytelling, Ada Lovelace: The Mother of Computing unveils the life of a visionary woman who bridged poetry and logic, imagination and mathematics, to create a legacy that continues to inspire generations.Discover how Ada's revolutionary ideas transcended her time, proving that creativity and innovation are boundless when combined. This is the story of a woman who, long before the digital age, glimpsed the infinite possibilities of technology.Perfect for readers who admire trailblazing figures and anyone fascinated by the origins of computer science.
Erscheint lt. Verlag 6.12.2024
Verlagsort Dietikon
Sprache englisch
Maße 148 x 210 mm
Gewicht 505 g
Themenwelt Literatur Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
Sachbuch/Ratgeber Natur / Technik
Mathematik / Informatik Informatik Theorie / Studium
Schlagworte Ada Lovelace • algorithms • analytical engine • Charles Babbage • Computing Pioneer • early programming • Enchantress of Numbers • History of Computing • technology history • visionary women • Women in STEM
ISBN-10 3-384-44807-3 / 3384448073
ISBN-13 978-3-384-44807-1 / 9783384448071
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