ESP Biography



VISWAJEETH KARTHIKEYAN, Stanford freshman studying CS and PoliSci.



Major: Undeclared

College/Employer: Stanford

Year of Graduation: 2027

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Brief Biographical Sketch:

Hey there! I am Vish, an international student at Stanford from Tamil Nadu, India. Currently, I'm exploring several fields of study at Stanford, but I mostly will major in CS with a couple of minors all over the place. I'm passionate about the intersections of technology, public policy and political science. When I'm not drowning in a sea of p-sets, I enjoy reading and watching rom-coms. In high school, I enjoyed volunteering with educational NGOs and mentoring students in everything from CS to diplomacy. I look forward continuing my commitment to education with Splash!



Past Classes

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C8005: From Algorithms to Awareness: Understanding AI Sentience in Splash Spring 2024 (May. 18 - 19, 2024)
This course delves into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and consciousness, exploring whether machines could achieve human-like sentience. Through a multidisciplinary approach, we analyze AI mechanisms, its history, then discuss the nature of consciousness, and navigate ethical implications. Students engage in discussions and evaluate the promises and perils of AI sentience, preparing them to contribute to the discourse on this evolving field.


C7892: Thinking like a Programmer in Splash Fall 2023 (Dec. 02 - 03, 2023)
Embark on a journey with us into the world of coding with our 'Thinking like a Programmer' course, where learning is an adventure! Through a hands-on and interactive approach, you'll not only discover the magic of coding but also uncover the art of problem-solving. Dive into the fundamentals of C++, explore variables and their types, master conditional statements, harness the power of loops, and conquer the realm of arrays—all using simple online compilers. This course is your ticket to becoming a self-reliant programmer, ready to tackle real-world coding challenges with confidence and creativity, even if you've never written a line of code before. Get ready to unlock your coding potential and explore the endless possibilities of the programming universe!