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Margaret Hamilton, Apollo software pioneer, has died

Original: Margaret Hamilton, whose software helped land Apollo astronauts on the moon, has died | CNN https:// sh.itjust.works/pos

Margaret Hamilton, the computer scientist who led the development of the onboard flight software for NASA's Apollo program, has died, according to CNN. Her software was credited with helping the Apollo lunar modules land safely on the moon, including during Apollo 11. Tributes are highlighting her pioneering role in software engineering and her lasting influence on the field.

Why now: The death of a landmark figure in space and computing history naturally prompts widespread tributes and reflection on her legacy.

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