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Grace Hopper

Computer Scientist & Navy Rear Admiral

1906–1992

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In Their Own Words

“The most damaging phrase in the language is: We've always done it this way.”
— Grace Hopper

Areas of Expertise

innovation persistence breaking barriers leadership pioneering

Key Achievements

Developed the first compiler for a programming language
Pioneered COBOL — one of the first business programming languages
Coined the term "bug" for a computer glitch
Retired as a Navy Rear Admiral at age 79

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