Simon C. Page

Simon C. Page is a computer scientist and entrepreneur, best known for his work in the field of functional programming, particularly with the Haskell programming language. He has made significant contributions to the Glasgow Haskell Compiler (GHC), a widely used compiler and development environment for Haskell.

Page’s contributions extend to areas such as compiler optimization, parallel and distributed Haskell programming, and garbage collection. He has also been involved in the design and implementation of various language extensions and features within GHC, aimed at improving performance and usability for developers.

Beyond his academic and research contributions, Simon C. Page has been actively involved in the commercial application of Haskell. He has co-founded or worked with companies that leverage Haskell for developing high-performance and robust software solutions. His work exemplifies the translation of theoretical advancements in functional programming into practical, real-world applications. He is a respected figure within the Haskell community and a frequent speaker at conferences and workshops.