Grace Hopper (computer scientist)

Grace Hopper was a pioneering computer scientist and rear admiral in the U.S. Navy. She is best known for developing the first compiler, a program that translates written code into machine language, making programming easier and more accessible. Hopper also contributed to the development of early programming languages and popularized the term "debugging" for fixing computer issues. Her work helped shape modern programming and software development, and she played a significant role in advancing computer technology during the mid-20th century. Her innovations laid the foundation for the user-friendly software systems we rely on today.