Kenneth A. Batcher

Kenneth A. Batcher was an American computer scientist and engineer known for developing the sort-merge algorithm, a method used to organize and quickly find data within large datasets. His work has significantly influenced the field of computer science, especially in data processing and database management. Batcher's algorithms help computers efficiently perform tasks like sorting and searching, which are fundamental to modern computing applications. His contributions have improved the speed and efficiency of data handling in various technological systems.