People who specialize in the application of technology or the study of technological processes. Professionals who design, develop, implement, or manage technological systems and solutions.
From Greek techne (art, craft, skill) + logos (study, word) + suffix -ist (one who practices). The term emerged in the 20th century as technology became a distinct professional field requiring specialized knowledge.
The word 'technologist' distinguishes professionals who focus on practical application from 'technicians' who maintain systems and 'engineers' who design them. This relatively new profession reflects our society's need for specialists who can bridge the gap between technical innovation and real-world implementation.
Technology fields historically excluded women through gatekeeping and bias. 'Technologist' itself is neutral, but the demographic remained ~80% male through 20th century due to educational and hiring barriers.
Use 'technologists' generically; actively acknowledge women technologists by name and contribution when citing expertise.
Women technologists like Hedy Lamarr (frequency-hopping patents), Grace Hopper (COBOL), and Hidden Figures mathematicians shaped computing foundations but remain underrecognized. Credit them explicitly.
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