Ada Lovelace, an English mathematician and writer, is celebrated as the first computer programmer. She wrote the first algorithm intended to be processed by a machine, specifically Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine. Lovelace's visionary contributions foresaw the potential of computers beyond mere calculation, hinting at their possibilities in creating art and music.
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