PL Notation is a Barrier to Entry
Research in programming languages offers powerful tools, but our systems of notation stymie outsiders. Can we change our notational approach and broaden our audience—without compromising on content?
Supporting Data Scientists by Synthesizing Programs
The demand for data science and data scientists is growing fast, and so is corresponding size and scope of the the problem. PL technology, notably program synthesis, can help.
Virtual Conferences and SIGPLAN
Can virtual conferences be better than physical conferences? I will discuss what SIGPLAN is doing to make virtual conferences the best they can be, what SIGPLAN is doing on inclusion, and what ACM is planning for the future of publications and Gold Open Access
Letter to a young scientist: Searching for faculty jobs in turbulent times
The academic job search can be a stressful and grueling process even in the best of times. Now it will be worse. Here’s some guidance on navigating the faculty job market in these unique times.
2019 SIGPLAN Research Highlight Awards
This post showcases three papers published in SIGPLAN venues which have been selected as SIGPLAN Research Highlights. Each of them has been nominated to appear in upcoming issues of the Communications of the ACM.
