Advanced Symbolic Programming | MIT Course

Explore advanced concepts and techniques for designing and implementing large, adaptable software systems like compilers, computer-algebra, and AI applications with this MIT course.

Introduction

Taught by Gerald Sussman of SICP fame, this class deals with concepts and techniques for the design an implementation of large software systems that can be adapted to uses not anticipated by the designer. Applications include compilers, computer-algebra systems, deductive systems, and some artificial intelligence applications.

Highlights

• Covers concepts and techniques for designing and implementing large, adaptable software systems
• Applications include compilers, computer-algebra systems, deductive systems, and AI applications
• Extensive programming assignments using MIT/GNU Scheme

Recommendation

This course is appropriate for undergraduates with significant programming experience in a functional language like Scheme, Common Lisp, Haskell, or CAML. A strong background in Python is also acceptable.