About John Bentley Stringer
Lived 1928 – 1979 (aged 51). John Bentley Stringer was a British computer scientist and engineer, known for Microprogramming.
John Bentley Stringer (17 February 1928 – 4 May 1979) was a British computer pioneer. At Cambridge Maths Lab he worked with Maurice Wilkes creating the concept of microcode. He then became a civil servant firstly at the National Physical Laboratory then at the Government Communications Headquarters.
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Who was John Bentley Stringer?
British computer scientist
When was John Bentley Stringer born?
John Bentley Stringer was born on 17 February 1928.
When did John Bentley Stringer die?
John Bentley Stringer died on 4 May 1979 in Cheltenham.
What was John Bentley Stringer's occupation?
John Bentley Stringer was a computer scientist and engineer.
What was John Bentley Stringer known for?
John Bentley Stringer was known for Microprogramming.
What nationality was John Bentley Stringer?
John Bentley Stringer was British.
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