Teaching

Student Comments

A selection of comments from student evaluations at the University of South Florida.

“He is a fantastic teacher who really goes in depth with examples and scenarios, making you feel like he wants us to actually learn and understand, rather than just memorize.”
“Dr. Ami is one of the best professors I had in the CS department at USF. He made complicated topics understandable with analogies and good explanations.”
“One of the best professors I have had. His passionate teaching style catches the attention even of those who would not naturally be interested.”
“Honestly, this openness to any question (and his open-minded discussion) made this class exceptional. I believe it would help other students if he continues to do that.”
“One of the best instructors I had so far at USF. Made the course interesting and easy to learn. I enjoy the topics brought from outside the class about real-world events.”
“Professor Amit really cares about his students and helps them succeed. Lectures are comprehensive and made easy to understand.”

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching philosophy is built on two core observations: students become invested when topics are relatable and when they are challenged with a critical perspective.

Relatability & Engagement

In undergraduate courses, students engage deeply when they experience relatable stories or narratives. I invest time in getting to know my students to provide real-life examples that bridge the gap between abstract theory and personal intuition.

Critical Thinking (The Why, What, & How)

For upper-level courses, I shift focus toward system design choices. We explore the nuanced trade-offs of engineering by addressing three core questions:

  • Why are certain design choices made in a system?
  • What design choices are the possible alternatives?
  • How are trade-offs between those alternatives determined?

This approach nurtures a research-oriented mindset, encouraging students to evaluate hidden factors and questioning assumptions—skills that serve them well beyond their graduate life.

Current Courses

Past Courses

  • Secure Coding
    Fall 2025 | USF
  • Programming for Data Science
    Fall 2023 | William & Mary
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