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Carnegie Mellon Reimagines Curriculum for AI-Driven Future

2/19/2026

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Carnegie Mellon University plans a faculty retreat to adapt its computer science curriculum to rapid advances in generative artificial intelligence.
Professor Thomas Cortina of Carnegie Mellon University notes that generative AI, including ChatGPT, can generate code and perform tasks once done by software engineers.
Universities nationwide are reconsidering teaching methods, including reducing emphasis on programming languages and integrating computing into other professions, with the goal of preparing students for an AI-driven economy.

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Carnegie Mellon University plans a faculty retreat to adapt its computer science curriculum to rapid advances in generative artificial intelligence.
Professor Thomas Cortina of Carnegie Mellon University notes that generative AI, including ChatGPT, can generate code and perform tasks once done by software engineers.
Universities nationwide are reconsidering teaching methods, including reducing emphasis on programming languages and integrating computing into other professions, with the goal of preparing students for an AI-driven economy.