Daniel Shiffman

Daniel Shiffman, a pioneer in teaching coding and creative computing, discusses the evolution of his project 'Nature of Code.' He recounts the journey of transforming a self-published book and the collaboration involved. Shiffman also dives into neural networks and neuro evolution, emphasizing accessibility in learning. He shares insights on balancing open education with revenue and the shift from traditional software models to modern frameworks like P5.js. Overall, the talk celebrates creativity in coding and its role in generative art.