Software Unscripted AI in Programming Education with Will Sentance
Oct 16, 2024
Will Sentance, founder and CEO of CodeSmith and the mind behind the Hard Parts series, discusses the merging of AI and programming education. He delves into how AI tools reshape learning, emphasizing the need for critical thinking. Will highlights the importance of mentorship and experiential learning, including pair programming. They explore foundational knowledge and the various programming paradigms, emphasizing the evolving nature of software careers and the skills needed for future success in this dynamic field.
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True Purpose of Education
- The true purpose of education is not just acquiring knowledge, but developing capacities like problem-solving and judgment.
- These capacities are best developed through challenges and mentorship, not simply finding answers.
Using LLMs Effectively
- Use LLMs for understanding code, ideation, and generating initial code, but prioritize careful review.
- Sharpen your reviewing skills because LLMs make different mistakes than humans, requiring a nuanced understanding of code.
Developing Judgment Skills
- The goal of a programming education program should be developing judgment skills, not just producing working code.
- Focus on making design decisions and considering edge cases through activities like pair programming.