Grace Hopper
Grace Murray Hopper (1906-1992) was an American computer scientist and U.S. Navy rear admiral who pioneered compilers and influenced the development of COBOL. She advocated machine-independent programming and practical problem-solving, encapsulated by her warning that "the most dangerous phrase is, 'we've always done it this way.'"
Quotes by Grace Hopper
Quotes: 2
The Most Dangerous Phrase: ‘We’ve Always Done It This Way.’ — Grace Hopper
Coming from a pioneering computer scientist and Navy Rear Admiral, the quote reflects Hopper’s own spirit of innovation and her contributions to technology. [...]
Created on: 4/28/2025
A Ship Is Safe in Harbor, But That’s Not What Ships Are For — Grace Hopper
Reflects Hopper’s own pioneering spirit as a leader in technology and her advocacy for innovation over complacency. [...]
Created on: 4/25/2025