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From Code to Cloud: How Women Shaped the Digital World

March 2, 2025
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International Women's Day
The internet has transformed the world, but did you know that many of its foundational breakthroughs were driven by women? Despite being overshadowed by their male counterparts, women have played a crucial role in developing computing, networking, and artificial intelligence. This Women’s Day, let’s celebrate these trailblazing women who helped shape the digital era—including innovations that power modern cloud solutions like GCloud Backup and the Internet of Things (IoT).

The Pioneering Women of the Internet

1. Ada Lovelace – The First Computer Programmer

Before computers even existed, Ada Lovelace envisioned them. In the 19th century, she created the first algorithm designed for Charles Babbage’s Analytical Engine, making her the world’s first programmer. Without her, the concept of coding as we know it would not exist.

Ada Lovelace

2. Grace Hopper – The Mother of Modern Programming

Nicknamed “Amazing Grace,” Hopper invented the first compiler, allowing computers to understand human-like commands instead of complex machine language. Her work laid the foundation for programming languages like COBOL, which are still in use today.

Grace Hopper

3. Radia Perlman – The Mother of the Internet

Ever wondered how data flows seamlessly across the internet? That’s thanks to Radia Perlman, who developed the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), a crucial network algorithm that ensures stable communication across vast digital networks.

Radia Perlman

4. Hedy Lamarr – The Wireless Visionary

While she was known as a Hollywood star, Hedy Lamarr also co-invented frequency hopping technology, which became the foundation for modern Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS—essential technologies in the IoT revolution.

Hedy Lamarr

5. Elizabeth Feinler – The First Internet Directory Creator

Before Google, there was Elizabeth Feinler. She managed ARPANET’s Host Naming Registry, creating the first system of domain names (.com, .gov, .edu), shaping the internet’s structure.

Elizabeth Feinler

6. Susan Kare – The Designer Behind Iconic Interfaces

The internet isn’t just code—it’s also user experience. Susan Kare designed the first graphical user interfaces for Apple’s Macintosh, influencing the way we interact with computers and the web.

Susan Kare

Women in Tech Today: Powering the Future with Cloud & IoT

From the early days of computing to the rise of cloud backup solutions like GCloud Backup, women continue to drive innovation. Today’s digital age thrives on cloud computing and the Internet of Things (IoT), enabling seamless connectivity and data protection.

With GCloud Backup, users can securely store and access their files across multiple devices, ensuring that important data is always protected—an advancement built on decades of innovation led by women in tech.

Honoring Women in Tech This Women’s Day

Women have been the backbone of the internet’s evolution, from programming to cybersecurity, AI, and IoT. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, let’s recognize their contributions and inspire the next generation of female tech leaders. The internet as we know it would not exist without them!

Happy Women’s Day!