Lucas P Cordova

Lucas P. Cordova, Ph.D., serves as an Assistant Professor of Computer Science in the School of Computing and Information Sciences at Willamette University. With over a decade of industry experience as a full stack software developer, he brings practical expertise in mobile, web, distributed, and cloud computing applications to his academic role.

His research interests span computer science education, data management, artificial intelligence, software engineering, and machine learning. Professor Cordova focuses particularly on computing pedagogy, developing innovative curriculum and learning methods that actively engage students while contributing to the broader field of computing education.

As an educator, he teaches across the computer science curriculum from introductory programming to advanced topics including data structures, algorithms, databases, game development, mobile and web technologies, and software engineering. His industry background in agile development methodologies and project management informs his teaching approach, emphasizing practical application of theoretical concepts through relevant examples.

Professor Cordova is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment where students develop both technical proficiency and critical thinking skills necessary to excel in the evolving field of computer science. His dedication to continuously improving engineering processes extends to his educational practice, where he researches advancements in pedagogy and AI-assisted tools for software engineering.