Miller Puckette is an American computer scientist and musician, best known for creating the visual programming language Max and its open-source counterpart, Pure Data. His work focuses on the intersection of music, art, and technology, enabling artists and musicians to create interactive audio and visual experiences. Puckette has contributed significantly to the fields of computer music and digital signal processing. He has taught at various institutions, including University of California, San Diego, where he has influenced many students and professionals in the realm of electronic music and multimedia art.