Summary
Photograph of a computer programming diagram entitled "FIGURE 7: A JOVIAL COMPILER".
JOVIAL was a high-level programming language developed by Jules Schwartz in the United States in1959, to write software for the electronics of military aircraft. JOVIAL is an acronym for Jules Own Version of the International Algorithmic Language.
This is one of a set of photographs showing computers, computer components, computer structure diagrams and computer programmimg instructions, probably used as aids in teaching computing subjects. The diagrams and instructions relate to several pioneer models and systems of stored program computers dating back as far as the 1950s and including CSIRAC (originally known as CSIR Mark 1), Cirrus, Atlas, IBM System/360 , CDC 6600 System, and Illiac IV.
Description of Content
Computer programming notes outlining aspects of JOVIAL, a high-level programming language developed by Jules Schwartz in the United States in1959, to write software for the electronics of military aircraft. Jovial is an acronym for Jules Own Version of the International Algorithmic Language.
Physical Description
Black and white photographic print of a computer programming diagram.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Steve & Connie Kormas, 22 Feb 2001
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Creator
Dr Trevor Pearcey, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1950s-1960s
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Format
Photograph, 5 in. x 3½ in., Black & White
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Language
English
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Inscriptions
On reverse in black pencil at lower right, Museum Victoria catalogue reference: "MM 68289"; On reverse printed in black ink, photographic paper manufacturer's name: "ILFORD". Title at the head of the notes: "FIGURE 7: A JOVIAL COMPILER".
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
125 mm (Length), 90 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Software, Computers, Computing
