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Donald Ervin Knuth

Professor Emeritus at Stanford University, pioneering researcher in algorithms and computer programming, author of the multi-volume series "The Art of Computer Programming", creator of the TeX typesetting system, Turing Award laureate for contributions to analysis of algorithms and algorithmic complexity.

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Donald Knuth is a seminal figure in computer science known for his comprehensive work on algorithms and programming.
He developed TeX, a widely used typesetting system, particularly in academia.
His multi-volume work, "The Art of Computer Programming," is considered a cornerstone in the field.
Knuth has been recognized with many awards, including the Turing Award, and served as a professor at Stanford University for many years.
His contributions have deeply influenced both theoretical and practical aspects of computing.