Donald D. Chamberlin

Donald D. Chamberlin is an American computer scientist best known for co-developing SQL (Structured Query Language), a standard programming language used to manage and manipulate relational databases. His work in the 1970s at IBM revolutionized how data is stored and accessed, making it easier for users to query databases using simple commands. SQL is now widely used in various applications, from websites to enterprise software, and is fundamental to modern data management. Chamberlin's contributions have had a significant impact on the field of computer science and the way businesses handle and analyze data today.