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Jerrier A. Haddad
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Jerry Haddad
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| Born | July 17, 1922 Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 31, 2017 (aged 94) Tupper Lake, U.S. |
| Occupation | Computer engineer |
| Alma mater | Cornell University |
| Spouse | Margaret Van Hamlin Haddad |
| Children | 5 |
| Parents | Abd al-Masih Haddad Rashida Helen Shaker |
| Relatives | Nadra Haddad (uncle) |
Jerrier A. "Jerry" Haddad (born July 17, 1922 – died March 31, 2017) was an American computer engineer. He was a very important person in the early days of computers. Jerry helped create the IBM 701 series, which was IBM's first big computer for science. It was also the first mainframe computer that IBM made in large numbers.
The IBM 701 started a line of computers called the IBM 700/7000 series. These computers helped bring electronic computing to the world. They also made IBM a leader in the computer market for many years. A simpler and cheaper version of the IBM 701 was the famous IBM 650. This computer became the first one made for many people to use around the world.
Jerry Haddad was in charge of the engineering and design for these computers. He managed about 200 engineers! In 1984, he received the Computer Pioneer Award along with Nathaniel Rochester.
Jerry also helped create the IBM 604. This was the world's first electronic calculator that could be programmed. It was made in large numbers.
He was a respected member of several important groups. These included the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He was also part of the National Academy of Engineering.
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Jerry Haddad's Life Story
Early Life and Education
Jerry Haddad was born in New York City. His family came from Syria and Lebanon. He studied Electrical Engineering at Cornell University and earned his degree in 1945. Later, in 1958, he studied business management at Harvard Business School. Jerry lived in Briarcliff Manor, New York with his wife and their five children.
Building Amazing Computers
Jerry Haddad was a key person in developing the IBM 604. This was the world's first electronic calculator that could be programmed. He also worked with Nathaniel Rochester to lead the IBM 701 computer program. This computer was very important for defense.
Jerry retired from IBM in 1981. At that time, he was the vice president in charge of technical personnel development. He held 18 patents for his inventions in computers and electronics. This means he invented many new things!
Awards and Recognition
Jerry Haddad received many honors for his work:
- He became a member of the National Academy of Engineering in 1968.
- In 1970, he received the Order of the Cedars Medal from Lebanon. This was for his great achievements in science and technology.
- He received honorary doctorates (special degrees) from Union College in 1971 and Clarkson University in 1978.
- In 1984, he received the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers ([IEEE]) Computer Pioneer Award.
- He was also a "Fellow" of both the IEEE and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. This is a high honor given to experts in their field.
