Learn about data science beyond the classroom with professional data scientists from a range of backgrounds, industries, and current roles. Hear about the paths our speakers have taken, what different data science work looks like, and their perspectives on the latest topics and issues. Whether you’re exploring career possibilities, seeking a supplemental focus, or simply interested in the latest thinking about AI and data, this series is for you!
February 18 Lecture: Claude as Co-Worker: The Tools Upending the Future (and Present) of Coding, presented by David Smiley
AI coding assistants are changing the game. Tasks that took hours now take minutes. In this session, you’ll see real data science workflows built from simple prompts: cleaning messy data, creating visualizations, and interpreting model results. We’ll dig into what these tools do well, where they fall short, and which skills matter most as AI reshapes most jobs. Whether you’re a seasoned programmer or just starting out with Python, you’ll leave with practical insight for your career.
This event is hosted by the Technology and Digital Studies Program and sponsored by the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society and the Navari Family Center for Digital Scholarship.