Philippe Collet is a Full Professor of Computer Science and CNRS researcher based in Nice, specializing in software architectures, model-driven engineering, self-adaptive systems and software product lines. With a PhD (1997) and HDR (2011), he has led research and taught software engineering, design patterns and project management for decades while coordinating advanced curricula and industry relations at Polytech and Université Côte d'Azur. He combines robust academic output—over 50 international publications—with hands-on expertise in contract-based techniques and component/service-based architectures. Known for bridging theory and practice, he has steered specialization programs and apprenticeship tracks that prepare engineers for real-world architecture and integration challenges. An experienced coordinator and mentor, he brings a rare mix of long-term research continuity and active engagement with industry-facing education.
12 years of coding experience
21 years of employment as a software developer
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Computer Science, Master of Science (M.Sc.), Computer Science at Université Nice Sophia Antipolis
HDR, Computer Science, HDR, Computer Science at Université Côte d'Azur
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Philippe Collet - Full-time Researcher (CNRS Delegation)