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AI in Computer Science Education

Oxide and Friends · 10 May 2026 · 1h 29m · Episode 10

What this episode covers

Brown University computer science professors Shriram Krishnamurthi and Kathi Fisler discuss their experimental 'AgenTic Studio' course, which integrates agentic programming tools like Claude into the curriculum. They detail their pedagogical approach of treating LLMs as 'flaky compilers' and using assignments like generating Tetris variants to teach students about testing, types, and the limits of AI-generated code. The conversation covers student reactions, the challenge of grading, and the future of CS education as institutions adapt to this new reality.

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Companies
OpenAI, Brown University
Products
Tetris, Battletris
Also
Claude, ChatGPT, TypeScript

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