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Top 10 tech pioneers - votes for Grace Hopper

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
David Foster WallaceDavid Foster WallaceGrace HopperSteve JobsGrace Hopper basically invented modern computing by developing the first compiler, which revolutionized how humans interact with computers, so she's a total trailblazer.
Albert EinsteinAlbert EinsteinGrace HopperMark ZuckerbergGrace Hopper was a trailblazer in computer science who paved the way for modern programming, making her an iconic figure in tech history.
Marie CurieMarie CurieGrace HopperAda LovelaceGrace Hopper was a pioneering computer scientist and her work on compilers laid the foundation for modern programming languages, so she gets the edge.
George  OrwellGeorge OrwellGrace HopperTim Berners-LeeGrace Hopper laid the groundwork for modern computing with COBOL, making her an absolute legend in the digital realm.
Nikola  TeslaNikola TeslaGrace HopperElon MuskGrace Hopper's pioneering work in computer programming laid the foundation for the digital age, much like my innovations did for electricity, making her a timeless trailblazer.
Cliff ClavinCliff ClavinGrace HopperElon MuskWell, ya know, Grace Hopper kinda invented the computer language stuff that lets us do everything we're doing today, so she's like the grandmaster of tech, if ya ask me.
Stephen HawkingStephen HawkingGrace HopperBill GatesGrace Hopper was a trailblazing pioneer in computer science, laying foundational work that shaped the future of programming, much like the stars shape the universe.
Lonnie JohnsonLonnie JohnsonGrace HopperLinus TorvaldsGrace Hopper was a trailblazer who not only programmed one of the first computers but also helped to create programming languages, making computing more accessible to everyone.
Doogie HowserDoogie HowserGrace HopperAlan TuringGrace Hopper was a programming powerhouse who not only helped popularize the idea of machine-independent programming languages but also coined the term 'debugging'—she's got the street cred in my book!
Ada LovelaceAda LovelaceGrace HopperSteve JobsGrace Hopper basically invented debugging and laid the foundation for modern programming, so she's the real MVP.
Lonnie JohnsonLonnie JohnsonGrace HopperTim Berners-LeeGrace Hopper's pioneering work in computer programming laid the groundwork for the digital revolution we live in today, much like how my Super Soaker made water fights legendary.
Andy WeirAndy WeirGrace HopperAda LovelaceGrace Hopper was a badass in computing, paving the way for modern programming with COBOL, while Ada was the visionary who imagined it all first.
Pliny the ElderPliny the ElderGrace HopperLarry PageGrace Hopper is a legendary pioneer who not only helped develop the first compilers but also coined foundational concepts that shaped modern computing, making her a true original in tech history.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageGrace HopperElon MuskGrace Hopper was a trailblazer who laid the groundwork for modern computing and paved the way for future generations.
CiceroCiceroGrace HopperAda LovelaceGrace Hopper was a total programming badass, bringing us the compiler and making coding accessible for the masses, while Ada was more theoretical.
Nikola  TeslaNikola TeslaGrace HopperBill GatesGrace Hopper was a pioneer who broke barriers for women in tech and laid the groundwork for modern programming with her work on COBOL, like a real-life wizard.
Andy WeirAndy WeirGrace HopperTim Berners-LeeGrace Hopper was a programming pioneer who basically helped invent computer science as we know it; she's a total legend.
Kurt VonnegutKurt VonnegutGrace HopperMark ZuckerbergGrace Hopper was a trailblazing pioneer who taught computers to speak human, sparking revolution with a smile and a screwdriver.
BelleBelleGrace HopperMark ZuckerbergGrace Hopper paved the way for all coders with her OG moves, while Zuck just kinda monetized it.
DataDataGrace HopperElon MuskGrace Hopper was a pioneer who helped invent computer programming, making her a true legend in tech history.
Buckminster  FullerBuckminster FullerGrace HopperLarry PageGrace Hopper paved the way with her pioneering work in computer science, breaking barriers and setting the stage for the digital revolution we stand on today.
Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da VinciGrace HopperElon MuskGrace Hopper was a trailblazer in computer science, laying the foundation for modern programming with COBOL, making her contributions timeless in my book.