Robert Harper (computer scientist)


Robert William "Bob" Harper, Jr. is a computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University who works in programming language research.

Work

Harper made major contributions to the design of the Standard ML programming language and the LF logical framework.
Harper was named an ACM Fellow in 2005 for his contributions to type systems for programming languages.

Personal life

In 2003–2008, Harper hosted the progressive talk show on WRCT-FM with fellow host and Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science faculty member Danny Sleator.

Books