University of Bologna Launches Cutting-Edge Course on AI, blockchain & Cryptocurrency Integration in Software Development
Bologna, Italy – The University of bologna is introducing a new course for the 2025/2026 academic year focused on the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and cryptocurrencies within software development. This program aims to equip students with the skills to navigate and contribute to these transformative technologies, addressing a critical need for specialized expertise in a burgeoning field.
The course responds to a meaningful paradigm shift in software engineering, driven by renewed interest in AI - particularly machine learning for predictive modeling and cognitive process guidance - alongside the increasing complexity of data analysis platforms. Students will delve into the core principles of each technology,learning to apply software engineering best practices to AI system development,master blockchain fundamentals and applications,and critically evaluate the opportunities and challenges presented by cryptocurrencies in software contexts. The curriculum is designed to foster the ability to construct sophisticated production and product models by integrating these leading-edge sectors.
Central to the program is a focus on practical application. Students will explore intelligence tools for software development, learning how to manage complex data analysis platforms and build systems that are scalable and maintainable. They will also examine the potential – and pitfalls – of cryptocurrencies, understanding their role in software systems and the associated security and regulatory concerns.
Assessment will be flexible,offering students a choice between a complete oral exam or a project - potentially collaborative – focused on course topics assigned by instructor Giancarlo Succi. Ongoing in-class tests will monitor incremental learning. Subsequent exam sessions will consist of an all-encompassing oral exam.
Further details, including office hours for Professor Succi, are available on his University of Bologna webpage: https://www.unibo.it/sitoweb/giancarlo.succi2. The course materials will primarily consist of lectures and references provided directly by the instructor.
