With ChatGPT, neural networks have had their Lisp moment. Conversation has become code and the model is the CPU for this ultimate programming language. A new universe of App development has opened up, and there are no guides for it, yet. This is a project course designed to explore the space of Apps built around LLMs, starting by playing with them, learning their limitations, and then applying a set of techniques to program them efficiently and effectively. Assignments are due on a two week "sprint" cadence to mimic a startup style environment. Guest lectures by area experts provide industry perspective.
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With ChatGPT, neural networks have had their Lisp moment. Conversation has become code and the model is the CPU for this ultimate programming language. A new universe of App development has opened up, and there are no guides for it, yet. This is a project course designed to explore the space of Apps built around LLMs, starting by playing with them, learning their limitations, and then applying a set of techniques to program them efficiently and effectively. Assignments are due on a two week "sprint" cadence to mimic a startup style environment. Guest lectures by area experts provide industry perspective.
Offered in Winter 2026 at Stanford University.