WHAT I'D DO AS A COLLEGE FRESHMAN IN 2025

Summary from the TLDR newsletter

While many are spooked by large language models, college freshmen should still study computer science - being supported by AI tools is not a substitute for mastery. Tech rewards leverage, not shortcuts. Freshmen should optimize for momentum and stack useful skills, relationships, and systems. Understand trends but don't chase them - ride the ones that match your strengths and learn to take a step back and aim for depth, clarity, and direction.