Samuel Aaron

Dr. Samuel Aaron is a Visiting Professor at the School of Computer Science, University of Sheffield. He is the creator of Sonic Pi, a live coding environment, and an internationally recognized performer in live coding, public speaking, and science communication. His work emphasizes the intersection of programming and creativity, with a focus on educational outreach and open-source software.

Education:

• PhD in Computer Science from Newcastle University
• Research position at the University of Cambridge Computer Laboratory

Research Interests: Programming Languages (expressivity, liveness, concurrency, semantics for real-time interaction), live coding, and interactive systems. His work transcends traditional boundaries, blending computer science with artistic expression.

Awards & Recognition:

• Two Google prizes for Open Source contributions
• Featured in Rolling Stone magazine for his Moogfest performance

Community Impact: Built and leads global communities including the Sonic Pi educator network, Ruby user groups, and Amsterdam Clojure community. Engages diverse audiences through workshops, keynotes, and performances at venues like the Royal Albert Hall and music festivals.

Affiliations: Member of the Speech and Hearing (SpandH) research group within the School of Computer Science.