Douglas Crockford

Douglas Crockford is an influential computer programmer and software architect known primarily for his work on JavaScript. He played a key role in developing the JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) format, which is widely used for data interchange on the web due to its simplicity and readability. Crockford has also authored "JavaScript: The Good Parts," a book that highlights the strengths of JavaScript while advising on better programming practices. Through his contributions, he has significantly shaped modern web development and the way developers use JavaScript in their projects.