Harry Smith

Harry Smith is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in data visualization and creative computing pedagogy. His teaching philosophy emphasizes empathy, respect for diverse learner backgrounds, and iterative course design. He instructs core undergraduate courses including Introduction to Computer Programming (CIS 1100), Data Structures & Software Design (CIT 594), and Artificial Intelligence (CIS 521).

Creative projects include interactive musical data visualizations analyzing Pitchfork's decade-end rankings and medical diagnostic simulators exploring Bayesian reasoning. Technical work spans web-based tools for cultural analytics and generative art systems blending programming with design principles.

As administrator for the CIS 18xx/19xx mini-courses, Smith develops accessible pathways into computing for non-majors. He also leads introductory programming for Penn's Pre-First Year Program, focusing on inclusive curriculum design.