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OverviewNicknames like the Mother of Modern Naval Computing and Grandma COBOL described the impact mathematical genius Grace Hopper had on the computer's development. In 1942, the first electronic computer filled an entire room. One simple calculation took hours to finish. As the first woman to program the United States' first computer, Hopper earned herself another nickname, Amazing Grace. With fascinating details and period photographs, this fascinating biography covers the life and many achievements of a woman scientist without whom the development of modern computers would be impossible. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Xina M Uhl , Christy MarxPublisher: Rosen Young Adult Imprint: Rosen Young Adult Dimensions: Width: 15.00cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 22.60cm Weight: 0.227kg ISBN: 9781725340442ISBN 10: 1725340445 Pages: 104 Publication Date: 30 December 2019 Recommended Age: From 12 to 17 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order ![]() We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |