{"product_id":"it-girls-pioneer-women-in-computing-9781398112292","title":"It Girls: Pioneer Women in Computing","description":"\u003cb\u003eA celebration of the women who furthered computer technology, from the nineteenth century to the present day.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Women have played a vital role in the development of computing, although at times their participation has gone unrecognized. Their scholarly inventiveness and discoveries have provided a rich tapestry to add to the evolution of computer science in the world. It is important that these women be viewed through the lens of their time, placing their achievements in context throughout the past few centuries. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e These significant contributions by women date from the earliest times and this book brings together the stories of those who have left their mark, despite the significant hurdles they have faced. There are numerous tales of remarkable women in computing and their incredible achievements serve as an encouragement to others who have a yearning to follow in their footsteps. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Although there are many women who deserve recognition in this way, including the much vaunted Ada Lovelace, Hedy Lamarr and Grace Hopper, there are others whose talent is undoubted although they have not received the plaudits they deserve. This book outlines the lives and work of talented women from different eras and countries. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This book, inspired by the success of the author's book\u003ci\u003e Women of Science\u003c\/i\u003e, will provide a valuable reference tool and starting point for those who wish to further expand their knowledge of these women who played such a vital role in the development of computers that have changed the way we live.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Amberley Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/15\/2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781398112292\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288","brand":"John S. Croucher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43150304018613,"sku":"9781398112292","price":31.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_62a65128-5715-460c-bb9e-5bfc96d04306.jpg?v=1696345701","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/it-girls-pioneer-women-in-computing-9781398112292","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}