Calculating Ada: The Countess of Computing
2015•58m•7.1•Released
Documentary
Ada Lovelace was a most unlikely computer pioneer. In this film, Dr Hannah Fry tells the story of Ada's remarkable life. Born in the early 19th century, Ada was a countess of the realm, a scandalous socialite and an 'enchantress of numbers'. The film is an enthralling tale of how a life infused with brilliance, but blighted by illness and gambling addiction, helped give rise to the modern era of computing.
Director
Nat Sharman
Languages
English
Studio
BBC Scotland
Cast
Hannah Fry
Self - Presenter
Production
Company
BBC Scotland
Producer
Nat Sharman
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