Featured in Five is a monthly section where we pose five questions to a Computing Reviews featured reviewer. Here are the responses from our November featured reviewer, Ponmurugarajan (Rajan) Thiyagarajan.
Q) What is the most important thing that's happened in computing in the past 10 years?
A) I think that artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most important things to happen in computing. AI is about the development of algorithms and programs to enable machines to perform human-like tasks. AI today can do a variety of things, like detecting fraud, predicting disease outbreaks, automated financial investing, and self-driving cars. I envision a future world powered by AI where humans and machines will coexist like brothers and sisters.
Q) If you weren't working in the computer science field, what would you be doing instead?
A) This is an interesting question. If I were not working in the computer science field, I would be teaching undergraduate and graduate programs on mechanical and industrial engineering.
Q) By the end of your career, where do you think computer science will have taken us? What are you working on that might contribute toward that?
A) In another 30 years or so, I hope to see maturing capabilities in the areas of AI, robotics, quantum computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and cybersecurity. My contributions include crafting and delivering design-led, human-centered customer experience solutions powered by AI, IoT, and other modern computing technologies.
Q) Who is your favorite historical figure? Why?
A) My favorite historical figure is Theodore Roosevelt Jr., the 26th President of the United States and also the youngest person to serve in this role. He is often ranked as one of the best presidents to date. He was a visionary leader of the progressive movement in his time and championed “Square Deal” domestic policies.
Q) What is your favorite type of music?
A)I enjoy Carnatic, Western, and Hindustani classical music played by Indian musicians such as A. R. Rahman and Ilaiyaraaja.
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