This week we take a comprehensive look at the life and impact of Jim Gray, a highly influential figure in computer science. It highlights his significant contributions to database systems, transaction processing, and distributed computing, notably the formalisation of the ACID model and his work on fault tolerance and scalability. The text also mentions his focus on eScience and the use of large datasets before detailing his disappearance at sea in 2007 and his enduring legacy in modern computing systems.

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