Edsger W. Dijkstra
Dutch computer scientist (1930–2002)
1930 — 2002
Quick Facts
Profession
Dutch computer scientist (1930–2002)
Born
May 11, 1930
Died
2002 (age ~72)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
1930
Born (May 11)
2002
Died (age ~72)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Edsger W. Dijkstra?+
Edsger W. Dijkstra is Dutch computer scientist (1930–2002). Born in 1930.
When was Edsger W. Dijkstra born?+
Edsger W. Dijkstra was born on May 11, 1930.
When did Edsger W. Dijkstra die?+
Edsger W. Dijkstra died in 2002, at approximately 72 years of age.
Edsger — May 11, 1930
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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Guestbook
Respect.
— .
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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