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Luis Von Ahn

Definition

Luis Von Ahn is a computer scientist and entrepreneur who co-invented CAPTCHA codes. He also founded Duolingo, a popular language-learning platform that offers courses in multiple languages, including Spanish.

Analogy

Picture Luis Von Ahn as the mastermind behind both CAPTCHA codes and Duolingo. Just like a brilliant inventor, he created a way to protect websites from bots and developed an innovative language-learning platform.

Related terms

Computer Scientist: A professional who studies and develops computer systems, software, and algorithms.

Entrepreneur: An individual who starts and manages a business venture, taking on financial risks in the hope of making a profit.

Language-Learning Platform: An online service or application that provides resources for learning different languages.



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