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[[Ada Lovelace]] is considered history's first programmer. She was the first to express an [[algorithm]] intended for implementation on a [[computer]], [[Charles Babbage]]'s [[analytical engine]], in October [[1842]].

Those proficient in computer programming skills may become [[famous programmer|famous]], though this regard is normally limited to software engineering circles. Many of the most notable programmers are often labeled "[[hacker]]s". Programmers often have or project an image of [[individualism | individualist]] [[geek]]dom, resistance to suits (refering to both [[Suit_(clothes)|business suits]] and 'The [[Establishment.|The Establishment]] '), controls and [[Trade union|unionisation]].

Programmers come in all shapes and sizes. Professional programmers work in corporate IT departments, big companies or small service firms.