= Programming languages created in the 1950s
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The 1950s saw the development of several foundational programming languages that were instrumental in the evolution of computer science. Here are some notable programming languages created during that decade: 1. **Fortran (1957)**: Short for "Formula Translation," Fortran was one of the first high-level programming languages. It was designed primarily for scientific and engineering applications and allowed for complex mathematical calculations.
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