
Abū Abdallah Muhammad Ibn Mūsā al-Khwarizmi
Abū Abdallah Muhammad Ibn Mūsā al-Khwarizmi was an influential Persian scholar from the 9th century, often called the "father of algebra." He wrote foundational books on mathematics, including methods for solving equations and performing calculations. His work introduced systematic approaches to solving problems that shaped Islamic and European mathematics. The word "algorithm" is derived from his name, reflecting his impact on step-by-step problem-solving. His contributions helped develop algebra, mathematics, and computation, laying the groundwork for modern science and technology.