Don't turn your brain off
8 days ago
- #Critical Thinking
- #Education
- #AI in Programming
- Chris Lattner, creator of LLVM and Swift, emphasizes the importance of maintaining a 'let's figure it out' attitude in programming and AI.
- AI tools like Claude Code and Cursor offer productivity gains but require human oversight to prevent architectural issues.
- Lattner values intellectual curiosity in hiring, especially in early-career candidates who are willing to tackle challenging problems.
- Code readability is more important than ever with AI, balancing expressivity and readability for better maintainability.
- AI is democratizing programming but raises concerns about learning fundamentals and critical thinking in education.
- Educators like Kirupa and Elisa Cundiff highlight the need for structured learning and struggle to build deep understanding.
- Radio host Fernandisco's approach to communication and curation offers lessons for educators in storytelling and engagement.
- Resources for learning and teaching CS, including AI books and interactive tools, are highlighted for educators and students.
- The shift from coding to supervising AI-generated code is changing the focus of computer science education.
- Personal achievements and leisure activities, like passing a driving test and enjoying sports, add a human touch to the newsletter.