Michael Stonebraker (Database Software)

Michael Stonebraker is a computer scientist who significantly contributed to the development of modern database systems. He pioneered techniques for managing large volumes of data efficiently, helping to shape the databases we use today, like those behind social media, banking, and cloud services. His work led to the creation of influential database software such as Ingres and PostgreSQL. Stonebraker's innovations focus on making data storage and retrieval faster, more reliable, and adaptable to various needs, enabling organizations to handle complex information seamlessly and efficiently.