The paper "ChatGPT: Challenges and Benefits in Software Programming for Higher Education" by Carlos Alexandre Gouvea da Silva, Felipe Negrelle Ramos, Rafael Veiga de Moraes, and Edson Leonardo dos Santos explores the integration of ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI, into higher education, particularly in programming education. The authors highlight the potential benefits of ChatGPT, such as rapid response generation, high accuracy, and continuous improvement, which can enhance sustainability goals in efficiency and innovation. In an educational context, ChatGPT can assist students and educators with tasks like generating summaries, addressing queries, and providing coding suggestions, fostering sustainable coding practices. However, the paper also addresses challenges, including the risk of students becoming overly dependent on AI-generated code and failing to grasp fundamental concepts, which can hinder long-term sustainability in the field. To assess the viability of ChatGPT in programming education, the authors conducted a Likert scale questionnaire with 40 Brazilian students from March to April 2023. The study revealed that students recognized ChatGPT as an innovative tool applicable to various classroom contexts, including programming and computer languages, fostering sustainability in the adoption of AI technology for educational purposes. Notably, a majority of students expressed interest in using ChatGPT as a supplementary educational resource, promoting sustainable and enhanced learning experiences. The research concludes that while ChatGPT can be a valuable tool in education, it should be used responsibly and in conjunction with human guidance to ensure that students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The study emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to avoid overreliance on AI tools and to foster well-rounded, eco-conscious skill development.The paper "ChatGPT: Challenges and Benefits in Software Programming for Higher Education" by Carlos Alexandre Gouvea da Silva, Felipe Negrelle Ramos, Rafael Veiga de Moraes, and Edson Leonardo dos Santos explores the integration of ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI, into higher education, particularly in programming education. The authors highlight the potential benefits of ChatGPT, such as rapid response generation, high accuracy, and continuous improvement, which can enhance sustainability goals in efficiency and innovation. In an educational context, ChatGPT can assist students and educators with tasks like generating summaries, addressing queries, and providing coding suggestions, fostering sustainable coding practices. However, the paper also addresses challenges, including the risk of students becoming overly dependent on AI-generated code and failing to grasp fundamental concepts, which can hinder long-term sustainability in the field. To assess the viability of ChatGPT in programming education, the authors conducted a Likert scale questionnaire with 40 Brazilian students from March to April 2023. The study revealed that students recognized ChatGPT as an innovative tool applicable to various classroom contexts, including programming and computer languages, fostering sustainability in the adoption of AI technology for educational purposes. Notably, a majority of students expressed interest in using ChatGPT as a supplementary educational resource, promoting sustainable and enhanced learning experiences. The research concludes that while ChatGPT can be a valuable tool in education, it should be used responsibly and in conjunction with human guidance to ensure that students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The study emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to avoid overreliance on AI tools and to foster well-rounded, eco-conscious skill development.