Charles Babbage

Birth Date: December 26, 1791

Death: October 18, 1871

Major Academic Achievements:
Charles Babbage entered the Trinity College in 1811.
He earned his master's degree from the college in 1817.

Contributions to Computer Science:
Charles Babbage is mostly known for the creation of the first successful automatic calculator, his Difference Engine No. 1, which was invented by him 1821.
Even though it had imperfections, it was still considered the first ever working automatic calculator.

Sources:
Lemelson-MIT
University of Minnesota
Britannica- Charles Babbage