John Presper Eckert was an American engineer and computer pioneer, best known for co-developing the ENIAC, one of the first general-purpose electronic digital computers. Born on April 9, 1919, he played a crucial role in the evolution of computing technology during the mid-20th century. Eckert's work laid the foundation for modern computing, influencing future developments in hardware and software. Alongside his collaborator John Mauchly, he founded the Eckert-Mauchly Computer Corporation, which contributed to the advancement of computer design and technology. Eckert passed away on June 3, 1995, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of computing.