Cynthia Solomon

Cynthia Solomon is a computer scientist, educator, and co-creator of Logo, the first programming language designed specifically for children. She developed Logo with Seymour Papert, Wally Feurzeig, and Dan Bobrow in 1966 and later continued related research at the MIT Artificial Intelligence Laboratory. Her work has focused on creating expressive, engaging computer-based learning environments for children.

Solomon earned a BA in history from Radcliffe College, an MA in computer science from Boston University, and an EdD from Harvard University. Her books include Computer Environments for Children, Logoworks: Challenging Programs in Logo, and Designing Multimedia Environments for Children. She co-edited Inventive Minds: Marvin Minsky on Education (2019) with Xiao Xiao.