Jonathan Misurda

Jonathan Misurda is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Computing and Information. He earned his PhD (2011), MS (2005), and BS (2003) in computer science from the University of Pittsburgh. His research focuses on software testing, dynamic instrumentation, and structural testing frameworks such as Jazz2, FIST, and SoftTest. He has taught numerous courses in systems domains, including CS 0449 and CS 1550, and has received the Taulbee Teaching Award twice (2005, 2006). His work on Jazz2 and FIST emphasizes efficient testing and instrumentation in Java Virtual Machines and dynamic translators.

Education:

• PhD in Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh, 2011
• MS in Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh, 2005
• BS in Computer Science, University of Pittsburgh, 2003

Research interests include structural testing, dynamic analysis, and framework design. His publications span structural testing in Java VMs, demand-driven testing, and instrumentation for self-managed systems. He has contributed to projects like Jazz and Cogent under the advisement of Dr. Bruce Childers and others.

Teaching highlights include over 15 years of instruction in systems-focused courses, with a strong emphasis on student engagement and award-winning pedagogy.