Frederick P. Brooks (Computer Scientist)

Frederick P. Brooks is a renowned computer scientist best known for his work in software engineering. He gained fame for his book "The Mythical Man-Month," where he discusses the complexities of managing software projects and argues that adding more people to a late project can delay it further. Brooks also led the development of IBM's System/360 and the OS/360 operating system. His insights into project management and software design have had a lasting impact on the field, emphasizing the importance of communication, planning, and the limitations of human resources in technology development.