Lori Pollock

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Lori Pollock is a leading researcher in software engineering and computer science education, with a particular focus on broadening participation in computing. Her work spans two key areas: software engineering tools and techniques, and innovative approaches to making computer science accessible to underrepresented groups. In her foundational study "Predicting Future Developer Behavior in the IDE Using Topic Models" (2017, 18 citations), Pollock advanced the field of software command recommender systems by demonstrating how topic models can effectively anticipate developer actions in complex integrated development environments, addressing long-standing challenges in user acceptance of such tools. Perhaps her most impactful contribution is "Code Beats: A Virtual Camp for Middle Schoolers Coding Hip Hop" (2021, 23 citations), which tackles the persistent underrepresentation of Black and Latino Americans in computer science. This work exemplifies her commitment to equity in CS education, creating culturally responsive curricula that merge coding with hip hop to engage middle school students who might otherwise be excluded from the field. Pollock's research demonstrates that meaningful technical contributions and social impact can go hand in hand, making her a vital voice in both software engineering research and inclusive computing education.