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“It must be evident how multifarious and how mutually complicated are the considerations which the working of such an engine involve. There are frequently several distinct sets of effects going on simultaneously; all in a manner independent of each other, and yet to a greater or less degree exercising a mutual influence.”

Quote by Ada Lovelace

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Ada Lovelace, a British mathematician, is hailed as a pioneer in the field of computer science. She collaborated with Charles Babbage on the design of the Analytical Engine and is credited with writing the first algorithm for it, making her the world's first programmer. Ada Lovelace was born on December 10, 1815, and died on November 27, 1852. more

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