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Jordan J.

96/hour

M.S. in Computer Science with 15+ years of Teaching Experience

5.0 (55)

263 hours tutoring

For 15+ years I've taught students (middle-school, high-school, and university) how to design programs and solve problems in computer science. I've taught programming at charter and private schools, and been a TA and grader for...

Knowledgeable, patient, and accessible tutor.

Very patient tutor who is accessible to students of all levels. He is highly experienced in communicating and adapts very quickly to different needs. It is clear that he has a very strong theoretical foundation which he employs ve... - Amelia, 19 lessons with Jordan

Julie B.

60/hour

PhD in Computer Science with 25+ years software development experience

5.0 (276)

764 hours tutoring

Response time: 53 minutes

I've worked as a software developer for over 25 years in addition to obtaining my PhD in Computer Science. During my PhD I studied Computational Geometry, Image Processing, Computer Vision, Machine Learning and AI among other topics....

Fantastic Tutor!

My son is a university student taking a challenging Computer Vision course. He needed some help with an assignment, but several Computer Vison tutors who I contacted said that they were not familiar with the concepts covered. Ju... - Doug

Luqman H.

135/hour

M.S. in Computer Science

5.0 (70)

543 hours tutoring

As part of my MS in Computer Science at Columbia University I took a theoretical calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations series. I can help you master this material and to understand it well. My goal during tutoring is to help...

Knowledgeable, patient and committed!

Dr. Luqman is a wonderful tutor! He was patient, knowledgeable and supportive with my daughter! He also has flexible hours that work well with a busy college student. I highly recommend him! - Tyffany, 7 lessons with Luqman

Jesse W.

45/hour

Computer Science Gradudate of Wright State University

5.0 (26)

74 hours tutoring

I have earned my bachelor's of Computer Science from Wright State University.

Great First Session!

Jesse is exactly the type of tutor I was looking for. Very patient, and understanding. Helped me gain a better grasp of Java and how to proceed with my course. Already made more appointments with him, so I would highly recommend J... - Jared, 5 lessons with Jesse

Guilherme A.

100/hour

B.S Computer Science

5.0 (221)

784 hours tutoring

I am a computer science student at the University of Texas at Austin, home to some of the United States' most renowned computer science, mathematics, and engineering departments. I have experience teaching young students how to...

Very knowledgeable and great in explaining

My daughter is taking AP Computer Science Principles in high school this year. She had no prior knowledge of Computer Science and was very nervous about taking this class. Guilherme was able to break down complicated concepts and ... - Sue, 36 lessons with Guilherme

Christian S.

125/hour

Career Software Engineer Specializing in Java

5.0 (819)

3,074 hours tutoring

Response time: 43 minutes

I am professionally employed as a Software Engineer. Also pursuing a Master's Degree in Computer Science at Johns Hopkins.

Outstanding tutor, very knowledgeable.

Absolutely outstanding tutor, very knowledgeable and is fantastic at explaining things. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is struggling in the computer science field. - Susan, 88 lessons with Christian

Dayaan M.

60/hour

Bachelor's in Computer Science with expertise in Web Development

Response time: 5 minutes

I have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science with expertise in web development, specializing in creating visually appealing and user-friendly websites. In addition to my degree, I have earned a certification in responsive web design,...

Knowledgeable and patient tutor.

Dayaan taught me the concepts of C++ in a way that I could understand. He is patient and broke down the part as going through the coding process. I would recommend this tutor. I am a visual learner, so it is helpful when he writes... - Jo, 5 lessons with Dayaan

John C.

115/hour

Professional Computer Programming, Science and Math Tutor

Master's in Computer Science from UC - Riverside Additionally while pursuing my master's I worked as a TA for 3 different computer science classes varying from freshman to junior undergraduate level.

Great Teacher

We just finished computer science tutoring for the quarter. John is a very good teacher who focuses on the student’s need. Enjoy working with him and will continue to work with him. - Issa, 45 lessons with John

Tony T.

170/hour

UC Berkeley Computer Science Grad Patient tutor & practical experience

Response time: 45 minutes

I graduated from the Computer Science department from UC Berkeley where I learned the fundamentals of software engineering and the theories of operating systems, compilers, database, languages, networking and computer graphics. I have...

Best Tutor Ever!!!!

We have had an absolutely amazing experience with our Tony! He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping our son succeed.Tony helped him build his business website from the ground up, worked through d... - Pam, 15 lessons with Tony

Ted L.

135/hour

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Freelance Software Developer

5.0 (1173)

4,661 hours tutoring

I studied Computer Science in high school and university, originally learning the "old" progression of programming languages: BASIC, Assembly, Pascal, C, C++. From there, I continued further to learn Java, SQL,...

Great Teacher

I understand everything much more clearly when he explains it to me. I feel like I finally understand what’s going on in my computer science course! - Vanessa, 15 lessons with Ted

Alex A.

80/hour

Experienced Software Developer with a Desire to Teach Others

5.0 (920)

1,431 hours tutoring

Response time: 2 minutes

...trading scripts, etc. I graduated from the City University of New York - Queens College with a bachelor's degree in computer science, with a 3.99 GPA. I also completed a Data Science fellowship through the CUNY Tech Prep program. ...

Five Stars and Beyond!

Alex is definitely my go to coach for computer science & data mining! Not only does he respond quickly, but he’s extremely kind and really has a desire to guide his students. He gave me exactly what I needed in terms of understand... - Laura, 8 lessons with Alex

Courtney H.

80/hour

PhD Student studying Computational Biology and Bioinformatics

5.0 (298)

1,298 hours tutoring

My work in both academic and research settings has equipped me with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively, making me an excellent resource for students seeking to understand computer science.

Fantastic Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Tutor

I can’t recommend Courtney enough! She took the time to break down complex concepts in a way that made sense to me and was always patient and encouraging. I came into this course struggling, but thanks to her support and clear exp... - Leona, 35 lessons with Courtney

Eva A.

100/hour

Experienced Computer Science Teacher and Tutor

5.0 (679)

2,510 hours tutoring

Response time: 33 minutes

As a teacher, I have extensive knowledge and experience with AP® Computer Science A and AP® Computer Science Principles, as well as data structures. As a tutor, I have worked with students learning Python and Java from...

Excellent AP Computer Science A Teacher

My son prepared AP Computer Science A test with Eva and had a wonderful experience. Eva started lessons with analyzing his weak areas and helped him prepare for the test strategically. For weekly classes, Eva assigned homework a... - Gulin, 7 lessons with Eva

Ming Z.

64/hour

Computer Science Grad with 2 Years of Software Engineering Experience

5.0 (361)

1,439 hours tutoring

Response time: 36 minutes

I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Washington (Bothell campus) where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Software Engineering. During undergrad, I tutored introductory computer science with...

she’s the best!

Ming helped me SO much with computer science. I probably learned more from her in an hour than I did from my entire semester with my professor. Thank you SO MUCH! - Anastasia, 2 lessons with Ming

Edward M.

85/hour

MIT Grad Tutoring Math and Computer Science

5.0 (259)

1,013 hours tutoring

Hi, I have a degree in electrical engineering and computer science. I took discrete math at MIT.This was part of the degree requirement at MIT. I have a very strong math background. Thanks, Edward

Very knowledgeable, patient and understands the subject

Edward is exceptional. He knows what he is teaching and knows how to teach it. He cares for his students and I appreciate that! I completely trust him to guide my son to success in this subject. - Maritha, 17 lessons with Edward

Jason L.

120/hour

Python, Computer Science and Physics Tutor

5.0 (837)

3,465 hours tutoring

Response time: 12 minutes

In so doing, I will help propel you toward your life goals. I have experience tutoring students across a wide range of subjects and life stages, with particular expertise in computer science, computer programming, physics, and math....

Knowledgeable tutor

Jason assisted very well with the computer science assignment I had & was able to give me great explanations and examples to better understand the material. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a tutor - Justin, 3 lessons with Jason

CHADI E.

35/hour

Computer Science and Database Systems Tutoring

Response time: 14 minutes

I hold a PhD in Control Systems and specialize in core Computer Science disciplines, including database management, algorithms, and programming. With over 20 years in high-tech industries and 3.5 years in healthcare, I bring deep practical...

Highly Knowledgeable, Patient, and with Strong Teaching Skills

I highly recommend choosing Chadi as your tutor! I started as a beginner in database SQL. I was clueless and I gained a great understanding of database SQL all thanks to Chadi. You will definitely learn a lot from him. Chadi’s k... - Kelley, 33 lessons with CHADI

Darwin V.

85/hour

5 years of software engineering experience and BS in Computer Science

5.0 (36)

146 hours tutoring

Since then I have worked freelance on game development projects. Before entering the industry I completed a BS in Computer Science at UNSW in Sydney. I have also privately tutored CS to more than 20 students over the past 5 years.

Patient and Extremely Knowledgable

Darwin is amazing! I was struggling with my college-level computer science theory homework, and he broke down complex problems into clear, digestible steps that made everything so much easier to understand. He is also incredibly k... - Liana

Alyssia M.

75/hour

Experienced High School Computer Science Teacher

5.0 (172)

925 hours tutoring

I am a Computer Science Teacher, who teaches several courses in (AP) Computer Science Principles, Game Design (UNITY), and AP Computer Science A for grades 9th through 12th. I graduated with a B.S. in Computer Science...

Knowledgeable and Patient. A Gem!!!!

I highly recommend Alyssia. Her deep knowledge of computer science, combined with her incredible patience and teaching style, made even the most complex topics feel manageable and engaging. Alyssia tailored each session to my s... - Tania, 3 lessons with Alyssia

George Z.

25/hour

Expert Computer Science Tutor with Advanced Degree & Industry Experien

5.0 (34)

85 hours tutoring

My academic background includes a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) in Software Programming from Northeastern University China, obtained between March 2002 and April 2005. This educational experience has provided me with a robust foundation in...

Great Tutor, Very Patient!

George is very patient and kind. He has expertise in computer science. He worked with me every step of the way to solve my problem. I highly recommend him to everyone. - Sasha

Chad B.

85/hour

Background in Software Engineering

5.0 (235)

933 hours tutoring

Response time: 2 minutes

Beyond the classes I took relating to computer science I got through my engineering education, I spent 10 years as a software developer. I've programmed in C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python and Perl. I've taught introductory...

highly recommend

Chad has been tutoring my son in AP pre calculus, SAT prep and honors physics. He has been incredible, he has received all As on his tests and his SAT score went up over 100 points! Highly recommend!!! - Jennifer, 37 lessons with Chad

Vijayalakshmi L.

60/hour

Computer Science Professor for AP Computer Science A, DBMS & SQL, Java

5.0 (264)

1,860 hours tutoring

I am Vijayalakshmi, but you can call me Viji. I am an adjunct computer science professor in a leading community college in Indiana. I completed my Masters of Computer Applications in 2005. I have 6 years of experience in online tutoring and...

Knowledgeable and flexible tutor

VJ taught AP computer science principles to my son. He started with a group class and later shifted to one on one. Both group class and one on one was a good learning environment, just group was not learning the topics what his cl... - Sushmita, 41 lessons with Vijayalakshmi

Lukas B.

100/hour

Duke Master's Student Specializing in Software Development

5.0 (126)

438 hours tutoring

Response time: 51 minutes

Master's in Computer Science from Duke University. I have built 2 startups using Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Linux. I am also very familiar with C, C++, Java, and Assembly. Subtopics I am familiar with are Data Structures,...

Knowledgeable, Efficient, and Very Helpful!

Office hours for my son's Computer Science class (C Programming and Computer Systems) were canceled at the last minute. His assignment was due that night, and he also had to study for a midterm. We reached out to Lukas, and Lukas ... - Laura, 38 lessons with Lukas

Andrea G.

70/hour

Masters Degree in Computer Science Specializing in programming

4.9 (131)

614 hours tutoring

I have experience with web design, algorithms, object oriented languages, and functional languages. I am at least proficient in several programming languages including Wolfram Language (Mathematica), MathJax, C++, Python, HTML, JavaScript, CSS,...

Wonderful teaching style, super helpful!

My child has been struggling with algebra for a long time and their lesson with Andrea was really helpful! In particular she used a lot of analogies that my child connected with and will help them to continue building their math s... - Courtney , 25 lessons with Andrea

Alex S.

195/hour

Stanford Graduate: Math, Economics, Statistics, and Test Prep

Response time: 19 minutes

During that time, I completed several courses in Computer Science, including CS 106B Programming Abstractions and CS 108 Object-Oriented Systems. I also completed CS 122 Computer Science I and 222 Computer Science II at...

Great Microeconomics Tutor.

We had a wonderful experience with Alex for college-level microeconomics. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and caring. He helped my son understand challenging concepts by using clear, relatable examples that made concepts... - M, 29 lessons with Alex

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