On Saturday, a local teen, 17-year-old RJ Krishnaswamy, received his master’s degree in computer science from the University of Pittsburgh. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work that RJ has put into his academic pursuits, setting him on a path towards continued success in the field of computer science.

RJ had previously earned his bachelor’s degree from Pitt last year and shared his excitement with KDKA-TV, expressing his happiness to have something tangible to show for his hard work. Defending a thesis was a challenging aspect of his academic journey, but he felt proud to have achieved this milestone.

Professor Daniel Mosse, a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Pittsburgh, commended RJ for choosing their institution for both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Mosse expressed his pride in the work that RJ has done so far, especially in terms of publication opportunities that may lay ahead for the young graduate.

Now equipped with his master’s degree, RJ mentioned that he is undecided about his next steps but is eagerly awaiting a response from Pitt regarding the beginning of his doctorate studies. This educational achievement at such a young age highlights the dedication and hard work that RJ has put into his academic pursuits and sets him on a path towards continued success in the field of computer science.