Frances Elizabeth Allen  (August 4, 1932August 4, 2020) was an American computer scientist and pioneer in the field of optimizing compilers. Allen was the first woman to become an IBM Fellow, and in 2006 became the first woman to win the Turing Award.
Frances Elizabeth Allen  (August 4, 1932August 4, 2020) was a groundbreaking American computer scientist who paved the way for women in the field of compiler optimization. Her recognition as the first female IBM Fellow and winner of the Turing Award in 2006 highlights her remarkable achievements.