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Columbia Student Suspended for Cheating AI Tool Development

3/27/2025

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Columbia University has suspended student Roy Lee for developing Interview Coder, an AI tool designed to help candidates cheat in technical interviews. Despite claiming success with top tech companies, Lee's actions led to disciplinary measures after he shared hearing documents online. Undeterred, he vows to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams, even with a suspension lasting until May 2026.

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Columbia University has suspended student Roy Lee for developing Interview Coder, an AI tool designed to help candidates cheat in technical interviews. Despite claiming success with top tech companies, Lee's actions led to disciplinary measures after he shared hearing documents online. Undeterred, he vows to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams, even with a suspension lasting until May 2026.