On December 4, 1948, the Soviet Union registered its first automatic digital computer, developed by Isaac Brook and Boris Rameev. This pioneering machine marked the beginning of the digital era in Russia and demonstrated the country's early leadership in computing technology.

On December 3, 1968, Control Data Corporation announced the CDC 7600, a supercomputer designed by Seymour Cray that could calculate at nearly 40 megaflops—considered by many to be the first true supercomputer.

On December 2, 1964, computer scientist Gordon Moore presented a prediction that would shape technology for decades: Moore's Law. He observed that the number of transistors on integrated circuits doubled roughly every year, a pattern that drove semiconductor innovation.

On December 1, 1941, Federico Faggin was born. He would go on to become a pioneering microprocessor co-inventor, revolutionizing computer architecture and enabling the digital revolution we experience today.

On this day in 1959, IBM delivered the first two 7090 Mainframe computers. One went to NASA, capable of processing at 100 Kflop/s and instrumental in the Mercury and Gemini space missions.

On November 29, 1972, Atari released Pong, the first commercially successful video game. This groundbreaking interactive entertainment sparked the digital gaming industry and demonstrated how computers could engage users through real-time data visualization and gameplay mechanics.

On November 28, 1954, Herbert Bright, developer of one of the first FORTRAN user programs, passed away at 67. His early work helped establish FORTRAN as a foundational language for scientific computing.

On November 27, 1852, Ada Lovelace, the world's first computer programmer, passed away. Her groundbreaking notes on the Analytical Engine laid the foundation for modern computing and algorithm design.

Norbert Wiener, the mathematician who founded the field of cybernetics and introduced key concepts linking feedback, control systems, and computing, was born on November 26, 1894. His work laid the foundation for modern AI, data processing, and automation.

On November 25, 1961, Tarzan Basaruddin, a pioneering professor of computer science, was born. His contributions have influenced computer science research and education in Indonesia.

On November 24, 1998, America Online announced the acquisition of Netscape, a pivotal moment in the evolution of web browsers and the internet industry.

On November 23, 1986, Ken Smith joined the University at Buffalo Department of Computer Science and Engineering as a full-time faculty member, contributing to advancements in computer science education and research.

On November 22, 1995, Pixar released Toy Story, the first entirely computer-animated feature-length film. This groundbreaking achievement in computer graphics and animation technology revolutionized the film industry and established new possibilities for data-driven visual storytelling.

On November 21, 1969, the first ARPANET link was put into service, laying the groundwork for what would become the modern internet and revolutionizing how computer systems communicate and share data.

Microsoft released Windows 1.0 on November 20, 1985, introducing the first graphical operating environment for personal computers and marking the start of a new era in user interfaces and digital productivity.

Sergiy Vilkomir, a Ukrainian-born computer scientist known for his contributions to software testing and formal methods, was born on November 19, 1956.

On November 18, 1970, Bill Gates began programming at Lakeside School, laying the foundation for his later work that would shape the future of computer science and software development.

On November 17, 1962, the first commercial modem was manufactured, enabling digital data transmission over telephone lines and laying the foundation for modern data communication networks.

On November 16, 1922, Gene Amdahl was born. He later became a key designer of the IBM System/360, which transformed mainframe computing and influenced data processing and analytics for generations.

On November 15, 1971, Intel launched the 4004 microprocessor, the world's first commercially available microprocessor, marking a foundational moment in computing history.

On November 14, 1943, Peter Norton was born. He is best known for creating essential software tools for data recovery on DOS systems, contributing significantly to the fields of data management and computer science.

On November 13, 1983, MIT’s pioneering TX-0 computer was turned on for the last time, marking the end of an era in experimental computer engineering and design.

On November 12, 1990, Tim Berners-Lee formally proposed the World Wide Web, laying the foundation for the interconnected digital world and revolutionizing how we access, share, and visualize data.

On November 11, 1917, Robert Fano was born. He led MIT’s Project MAC, pioneering timesharing systems that made interactive computing and multi-user access possible—crucial foundations for data engineering and modern computing.

On November 10, 1983, Microsoft unveiled Windows, introducing a graphical interface that would go on to reshape the way people interact with computers.

On November 9, 2004, Mozilla released Firefox 1.0, a major milestone in open-source web browsing and a significant moment in the evolution of internet data accessibility and analytics.

On November 8, 1923, Jack Kilby was born. Kilby co-invented the integrated circuit, laying the groundwork for modern microelectronics and revolutionizing data engineering, computing, and digital analytics.

On November 7, 1960, RAND introduced the JOSS operating system, a pioneering interactive system that advanced computer programming and data processing.

On November 6, 1980, Microsoft signed a contract with IBM to develop what would become MS-DOS, the operating system that played a pivotal role in shaping the personal computer revolution.

On November 5, 2007, Google unveiled the Android platform, introducing an open-source mobile operating system that would transform mobile computing globally.

On November 4, 1952, CBS News made history by using a UNIVAC computer to successfully predict the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, marking a milestone for data analytics in broadcasting.

On November 3, 1959, John McCarthy and his team introduced LISP, the first AI programming language, paving the way for advances in artificial intelligence and influencing decades of work in data science and computer science.

On November 2, 1988, the first major computer worm, created by Robert Morris, was released onto the Internet, disrupting thousands of computers and marking a pivotal moment in cybersecurity history.

On November 1, 1950, Mitch Kapor—creator of Lotus 1-2-3, a groundbreaking spreadsheet that shaped early data analytics and business software—was born.

On October 31, 1945, the first Conference on Digital Computer Technique was held at MIT, bringing together pioneers who shaped the early development of digital computing.

On October 30, 2000, the last Multics system was shut down, marking the end of an era for one of the most influential operating systems in computer science history.

On October 29, 1969, the first computer-to-computer message was sent over ARPANET, pioneering the networked data transmission that would become the foundation for the internet.

On October 28, 1955, Bill Gates, co-founder and former CEO of Microsoft, was born. His contributions have shaped the software industry and the evolution of personal computing, influencing countless innovations in computer science and data analytics.

On October 27, 1980, ARPANET—the predecessor of the modern Internet—experienced its first major network crash, going down for four hours due to a software issue, highlighting early challenges in computer networking and data communication.

On October 26, 1961, the TX-0 computer hosted Saga, a silent shoot-em-up Western playlet, produced with help from Douglas Ross—the earliest known computer-based interactive narrative, paving the way for digital storytelling in computer science.

On October 25, 2001, Microsoft released Windows XP, a milestone in personal computing that introduced improved stability, security, and a streamlined user interface, shaping data analytics and engineering for years to come.

On October 24, 1922, Werner Buchholz was born—he coined the term byte and contributed to the design of IBM 701 and Stretch, laying foundational concepts for modern data structures in computing.

On October 23, 2001, Apple released the first iPod, transforming how people accessed and organized digital music and paving the way for advancements in personal data storage and mobile computing.

On October 22, 1941, Stanley Mazor, co-inventor of the microprocessor, was born. His work helped lay the groundwork for modern microprocessor design, a core component of data engineering and computer science today.

On this day in 1949, An Wang filed a patent for magnetic ferrite core memory, a breakthrough that became essential for early computer data storage and helped enable reliable memory systems in computing.

On October 20, 2004, the first Ubuntu Linux distribution was released, rapidly becoming a cornerstone of open-source computing and a major platform for data science, data engineering, and modern analytics.

On October 19, 1973, a US court recognized John Vincent Atanasoff as the official inventor of the electronic digital computer, affirming his pivotal contributions ahead of ENIAC in the evolution of modern computing.

Today marks National Exascale Day, celebrating the scientists and breakthroughs driving supercomputing innovation. Exascale computing power is transforming data science, analytics, and engineering across medicine, energy, and materials research.

On October 17, 1994, IBM cut back its personal computer line, marking a significant shift in its business strategy.

On this day in 1959, Control Data Corporation introduced the CDC 1604 computer, marking a significant milestone in early computing history.