John J. McCarthy

John J. McCarthy was a pioneering computer scientist known for developing the concept of "AI" (artificial intelligence) and creating the earliest work in neural networks, which are computer systems modeled after the human brain's structure. His groundbreaking 1959 paper introduced "learning algorithms" for machines, enabling computers to recognize patterns and adapt their behavior. McCarthy's contributions laid the foundation for modern AI, machine learning, and robotics, influencing how machines process information and solve problems autonomously. His work helped shape the field of artificial intelligence, impacting technologies we use today, from digital assistants to autonomous vehicles.