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Alan Turing: British mathematician, logician, cryptanalyst and computer scientist

Open-access content E+T Editorial Team — Mon 30 Oct 2023 — updated 17 Nov 2023
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Often considered the father of modern computer science, Alan Turing was famous for his work developing the first modern computers, decoding the encryption of German Enigma machines during the second world war, and detailing a procedure known as the Turing Test, forming the basis for artificial intelligence.

The documentaries in our Difference Makers series celebrate the impact and history of the inspiring engineers and technologist of the past. These famous engineers have helped to shape the world we live in. In this documentary we tell the story of Alan Turing, the British mathematician, logician, cryptanalyst and computer scientist.

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