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“One main reason why the separate nature of the science of operations has been little felt, and in general little dwelt on, is the shifting meaning of many of the symbols used in mathematical notation. First, the symbols of operation are frequently also the symbols of the results of operations.”

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Ada Lovelace
Ada Lovelace

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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