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Steve Groom is a key figure in the development of large-scale astronomical data processing, with his work centered on the Zwicky Transient Facility (ZTF). His major contribution lies in architecting the software and systems needed to handle the immense data stream from ZTF’s pioneering 600-megapixel camera, which boasts a 47-square-degree field of view and generates roughly one petabyte of data. Groom’s most cited paper, “Processing Images from the Zwicky Transient Facility” (2018), has accumulated 9 citations and is foundational for researchers working on time-domain astronomy. This work, along with an earlier 2017 version, outlines the critical pipeline that transforms raw camera output into scientifically usable images, enabling the discovery of supernovae, asteroids, and other transient phenomena. By solving the challenge of managing and processing such vast datasets, Groom has directly enabled ZTF’s transformative impact on astrophysics. His achievements are essential for any student or researcher seeking to understand how modern robotic observatories turn raw pixels into groundbreaking discoveries.