Big Thinkers: Douglas Crockford – The Man Behind JSON and JSLint

Douglas Crockford is a renowned figure in the programming world, celebrated for his pivotal contributions to JavaScript and the creation of JSON (JavaScript Object Notation). While not traditionally categorized under cloud computing, his innovations have profoundly influenced web technologies that underpin modern cloud services. This profile delves into Crockford’s journey,…

25/04/2025 Article Bloggers Chris Pietschmann

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