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James Gosling - Canadian computer scientist

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Birth in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

May 19, 1955

James Arthur Gosling was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. From an early age, he demonstrated a keen interest in electronics and computers, foreshadowing his future career in computer science. He displayed a natural aptitude for understanding complex systems and tinkering with technology.

Building a Remote Control System

Early Exposure to Electronics

Even as a teenager, Gosling's passion for electronics was evident. He designed and constructed a remote control system for a model train set, showcasing his early ingenuity and resourcefulness in applying technology to solve practical problems.

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Founder and lead designer of the Java programming language.

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1 July, 2024

James Gosling retired in July 2024. The precise day of him retiring is not stated in the text, so I am providing the first day of the month.

1 May, 2017

James Gosling joined Amazon Web Services as a Distinguished Engineer in May 2017. The precise day of him joining is not stated in the text, so I am providing the first day of the month.

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