Description: (American Computer Scientist)
David Lorge Parnas is a Canadian software engineering pioneer credited with introducing the concept of information hiding in modular programming. His work has had a profound impact on the field of object-oriented programming. Parnas is also known for his emphasis on meticulous documentation, underlining its significance in software development. Throughout his career, he has played a key role in advancing software engineering practices, influencing the design, development, and maintenance of software systems in the contemporary era.