Stanford University
Fortran Tutorial
A tutorial that introduces the most common features of the Fortran 77 programming language.
National Academy of Engineering
Greatest Achievements: Computers
Computers are one of the top 20 engineering innovations of the 20th century. Read the history behind this great invention.
University of Michigan
University of Michigan: The Fortran Programming Language
A description of the FORTRAN programming language, including history and sample programs.
Other
The History of Programming Languages
Brief history of programming languages is provided in this research paper at this site.
History of Computing Science
History of Computing Science: Basic & Other Languages
There are many computer programming languages in use today. This lecture series presents a brief description of the progression of programming languages.