Margaret Hamilton, the computer scientist who led the development of software for NASA's Apollo missions, has passed away at the age of 90. Her work was instrumental in landing astronauts on the Moon, and she is credited with coining the term 'software engineering'. Hamilton received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016 for her significant contributions to science and space exploration.
Hamilton's legacy as a trailblazer in technology and her role in advancing the field of software engineering continue to inspire future generations. Her pioneering spirit and achievements were recognized by various institutions, including Earlham College, where she studied mathematics.