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Computer Scientist Jean Bartik

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Do you love solving problems with mathematics? So did groundbreaking computer programmer Jean Bartik. She turned her passion for math into a successful career in what was then a brand-new field.

During World War II, women took on more technology jobs as men joined the armed forces. Bartik started her career doing mathematical calculations for top-secret weapons systems projects. After the war, a new machine took over these calculations. It was the first all-electronic computer, and Bartik helped build and program it. But how did Bartik's interest in mathematics take her to the forefront of cutting-edge technology? Find out how she went from gifted student to software pioneer.

Pages: 32

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)

Release: August 01, 2016

ISBN: 1512407895

ISBN 13: 9781512407891

Computer Scientist Jean Bartik

4/5 ( ratings)

Do you love solving problems with mathematics? So did groundbreaking computer programmer Jean Bartik. She turned her passion for math into a successful career in what was then a brand-new field.

During World War II, women took on more technology jobs as men joined the armed forces. Bartik started her career doing mathematical calculations for top-secret weapons systems projects. After the war, a new machine took over these calculations. It was the first all-electronic computer, and Bartik helped build and program it. But how did Bartik's interest in mathematics take her to the forefront of cutting-edge technology? Find out how she went from gifted student to software pioneer.

Pages: 32

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)

Release: August 01, 2016

ISBN: 1512407895

ISBN 13: 9781512407891

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