Claude Elwood Shannon, born in 1916, was an American mathematician and electrical engineer widely known as the "Father of Information Theory." Synonyms for Shannon might include the "pioneer of modern digital communication," "a revolutionary mastermind behind communication technology," or simply "the information theory guru." Shannon developed the concept of "Shannon entropy" and laid down the foundation of digital circuits. He created the idea of how to transmit signals through a noise-proof channel with the highest effectiveness, paving the way for modern-day advancements in digital communication and information processing. Shannon's contributions have played a significant role in shaping modern life, from the internet to mobile phones and beyond.