"Conceiving Ada" is a 1997 science fiction film directed by Lynn Roth. The story revolves around Ada Lovelace, a 19th-century mathematician often regarded as the first computer programmer. The film explores themes of technology, gender, and the impact of historical figures on modern computing. In the narrative, a contemporary computer scientist named Kate becomes obsessed with Ada's work and attempts to create a virtual version of her. As Kate delves deeper into Ada's life and contributions, she grapples with her own identity and the challenges faced by women in technology.