Ada Lovelace faced many unique challenges as a woman in mathematics during the 19th century. Despite her notable intellectual capabilities and connections to notable figures like her father, Lord Byron, she encountered societal expectations that devalued women's contributions to science. Lovelace's determination to engage with Charles Babbage's early computing concepts allowed her to create pioneering work on algorithms, positioning her as one of the first computer scientists. Her struggles with gender bias and lack of recognition during her lifetime exemplify the barriers women faced in the STEM fields, but ultimately her legacy paved the way for future female scientists.