Practice - Charles Babbage and the Analytical Engine
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Who is known as the father of computing?
💡 Hint: Think of the person who designed the Analytical Engine.
What was Ada Lovelace known for?
💡 Hint: She is often regarded as the first programmer.
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Who designed the Analytical Engine?
💡 Hint: This person is known as the father of computing.
Is Ada Lovelace considered the first programmer?
💡 Hint: Think about the concept of programming before computers were fully realized.
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Analyze how the introduction of the punched card system revolutionized the input methods for computers and influenced later technology.
💡 Hint: Think about the steps from manual to automated data entry.
In what ways did the contributions of Ada Lovelace set the stage for modern programming practices?
💡 Hint: Consider how programming has evolved since her time and her foresight.
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