Jeremy Howard – How To Solve It With Code

Here’s What You Get:

Jeremy Howard – How To Solve It With Code is a hands-on, AI-first coding course created by Jeremy Howard (founder of fast.ai, now at Answer.AI). It teaches a new way of working with AI—focused on thinking, learning, and problem-solving, not just generating code.

Core Idea

Don’t outsource your thinking to AI — use AI to become a better thinker.

The course introduces the “SolveIt method”, inspired by How to Solve It, which emphasizes:

• Understanding problems deeply
• Solving them step-by-step
• Reflecting and improving

This approach contrasts with “vibe coding” (blindly copying AI output) by focusing on human agency and mastery.

What You Learn

1. The SolveIt Method (Core Framework)

• Break problems into small, solvable steps
• Use AI in short, controlled iterations
• Continuously test, refine, and understand

The goal: build systems you actually understand, not just ones that “work”

2. AI-Assisted Coding (Done Properly)

• How to collaborate with AI without becoming dependent
• Debugging and improving AI-generated code
• Turning AI into a learning partner, not a crutch

3. Real-World Technical Skills

The course spans multiple domains (intro-level exposure, not full mastery):

• Data structures & algorithms (via coding challenges)
• Web development (HTML, HTTP, HTMX, FastHTML)
• APIs, web scraping, and automation
• DevOps and system setup

4. Beyond Coding

Unlike most dev courses, it also teaches:

• Writing (articles, notes, documentation)
• Reading technical papers
• Startup thinking (with lean principles)

It treats problem-solving as a universal skill, not just coding.

5. SolveIt Platform

• Cloud-based coding + AI workspace
• Combines:
  • Code execution
  • Notes
  • AI prompts
• Encourages incremental building instead of big code dumps

Program Structure

• Duration: ~5 weeks
• Lessons: ~10 core lessons
• Includes:
  • Recorded sessions (learn anytime)
  • Live support + office hours
  • Private community (Discord)

Who It’s For

Best suited for:

• Developers using AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, etc.)
• Intermediate coders stuck debugging AI output
• Builders who want real understanding, not shortcuts

Not ideal for:

• Complete beginners with zero coding exposure
• People looking for “copy-paste AI hacks”

Unique Angle

What makes it stand out:

• Focus on problem-solving > programming languages
• Teaches how to think with AI, not just use it
• Combines coding, writing, and learning into one system
• Strong emphasis on iteration, reflection, and understanding

Bottom Line

How To Solve It With Code = “Anti-vibe coding” training

If you:

• Use AI but feel stuck when things break
• Want deeper technical understanding
• Care about long-term skill (not shortcuts)

This course helps you become a self-sufficient builder in the AI era