Computer Science Heroes


Alan Turing



Alan Turing was a Computer Scienctist who lived from 1912-1952. He was famous for breaking the enigma code in WWII and the foundation he made for the Modern Computer. His major impact ob the field of Computer Science has led to him being know as the "Father of Theoretical Computer Science".


Here are links to learn more about him:

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Turing

  • https://www.britannica.com/biography/Alan-Turing

  • https://study.com/academy/lesson/alan-turing-accomplishments-inventions.html




    • Charles Babbage



    Charles Babbage was a mechanical engineer who lived from 1791-1871. He was famous for creating the original concept of a digital programmable computer. His impacts on Computer Science made him the reknowned "Father of Computer".


    Here are links to learn more about him:

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Babbage

  • https://www.britannica.com/biography/Charles-Babbage

  • https://cse.umn.edu/cbi/who-was-charles-babbage




    • Konrad Zuse



    Konrad Zuse was a Pioneering Computer Scientist who lived from 1910-1995. He was famous for his creation of the world's first programmable computer and a working program language. He also founded one of the earliest computer buisnesses.


    Here are links to learn more about him:

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Konrad_Zuse

  • https://www.thoughtco.com/konrad-zuse-modern-computer-4078237

  • https://history-computer.com/konrad-zuse-complete-biography/