Niklaus Wirth
Swiss computer scientist (1934–2024)
1934 — 2024
Quick Facts
Profession
Swiss computer scientist (1934–2024)
Born
February 15, 1934
Died
2024 (age ~90)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
engineer, computer scientist, university teacher
SwitzerlandBorn in WinterthurDied in Zurich
1934
Born in Winterthur (1934-02-15)
1983
AwardIEEE Emanuel R. Piore Award
1984
AwardTuring Award
1987
AwardComputer Pioneer Award
1987
Awardhonorary doctorate at the Laval University
1989
AwardMarcel Benoist Prize
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Niklaus Wirth?+
Niklaus Wirth is Swiss computer scientist (1934–2024). Born in 1934.
When was Niklaus Wirth born?+
Niklaus Wirth was born on February 15, 1934.
When did Niklaus Wirth die?+
Niklaus Wirth died in 2024, at approximately 90 years of age.
Other famous people named Niklaus
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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