Dr. Leo Porter serves as a Professor of Computer Science at UC San Diego, where he co-founded the Computing Education Research Laboratory focused on understanding how students learn computing and creating inclusive learning environments. His journey includes service as a surface warfare officer in the U.S. Navy's Pacific fleet and Operation Iraqi Freedom before earning his M.S. and Ph.D. in computer science from UC San Diego in 2007. His groundbreaking research in computer science education, particularly on Peer Instruction and active learning pedagogies, has earned numerous accolades, including Best Paper Awards at SIGCSE and the International Computing Education Research Conference. Recently, he co-authored "Learn AI-Assisted Python Programming" with Daniel Zingaro, addressing the integration of AI tools in programming education. His research spans computer architecture, educational technology, and student learning assessment, with particular emphasis on using data-driven approaches to predict student outcomes and identify critical course concepts. As a Distinguished Member of the ACM, he has influenced over 500,000 learners through popular Coursera and edX courses while maintaining active research in both computer science education and computer architecture.

Christine Alvarado serves as Associate Teaching Professor in Computer Science and Engineering at UC San Diego and Associate Dean for the Division of Undergraduate Education. Her distinguished career combines technical expertise with a passionate commitment to diversifying computer science education. After earning her Ph.D. from MIT in 2004, she began her academic career at Harvey Mudd College before joining UCSD in 2012. Her innovative work includes founding the CSE Early Research Scholars Program, which has engaged over 339 early undergraduates in computing research, with significant participation from women, non-binary students, and underrepresented racial groups

Dr. Mia Minnes is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Computer Science and Engineering Department at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), where she focuses on the intersection of mathematics and computer science. With a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Cornell University, Dr. Minnes specializes in the theory of computation, mathematical logic, and algorithmic randomness. Her research has garnered support from several National Science Foundation grants, and she is dedicated to developing innovative curricula that enhance students' understanding of algorithms and problem-solving techniques. Throughout her career, she has taught a diverse range of courses, from introductory classes to advanced seminars, and has received accolades for her teaching effectiveness, including the Best Teacher award for 2013-2014 in the Jacobs School of Engineering.In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Dr. Minnes is actively involved in mentoring students and supporting initiatives aimed at increasing access to computer science education for underserved populations. She serves as the faculty advisor for CSForEach, a student organization focused on outreach efforts in K-12 education. Dr. Minnes’s commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment has made a lasting impact on her students and the broader academic community at UCSD.