Thomas R. Gruber

Thomas R. Gruber was an American computer scientist best known for developing the Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) standard, which allows different software applications to access various database systems seamlessly. This innovation has greatly enhanced data integration and ease of database management. Gruber’s work helped standardize how computers communicate with data sources, making software more flexible and interoperable. His contributions are fundamental in the field of data management and information technology, supporting the widespread use of relational databases in business and industry today.