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Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Noah
I am a Duke University graduate with a degree in Computer Science, where I also played football and am currently working on a Master's Degree in Cybersecurity. I have always loved math and science and problem solving and these subjects have always been easy for me. I know this is not the case with m...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
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Allison
I am a Dartmouth College senior majoring in Computer Science and Digital Arts with several years of tutoring/mentoring experience. I have achieved scores in the 99th percentile for both the ACT and SAT prior to college. While in high school (St. Paul Academy graduate), I spent my time volunteering a...
Dartmouth College
Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Florence
I am a rising senior at Duke University. I major in Computer Science and am also getting a minor in Physics. I have had experience tutoring/teaching as a teaching assistant for three classes: Intro to Databases, Electricity and Magnetism (for engineers), and Computer Network Architecture. I have had...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
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Jonathan
I am a student at Cornell University studying Chemical Engineering and Computer Science. I'm living in Tarrytown right now and can help your son or daughter in math, science, or SAT/ACT prep! Over the past 5 years, I've accumulated many hours of tutoring experience. Some of the subjects I tutor incl...
Cornell University
Bachelors, Chemical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am a graduate from Stanford University. I received my Bachelor's in Economics there and continued to receive a certificate in Full Stack Web Development from the University of Texas Austin. I have tutored intermittently, primarily teaching test prep; however, I have at different points taught most...
Stanford University
Bachelor's in Economics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Rhamy
I am a Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology graduate and currently attend Vanderbilt University majoring in Computer Engineering with a minor in Business. I've tutored in various subjects for about 6 years now. I've done it so much, one of the companies I started was tutoring-base...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Engineering, General
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June
I'm an electrical engineering major at Brown University with interests in neuroscience, linguistics, and robotics, among other things. I've always loved learning, and my curiosity has led me through numerous subject areas. I constantly seek to apply my classroom learning in practical situations. For...
Brown University
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Certified Tutor
8+ years
I am very passionate about teaching material in a way that works with each student's personal learning needs and making sure that they understand the material at its core, not just how to answer a test question. Because I majored in Neuroscience, I have expertise in a wide range of sciences, as Neur...
Brown University
Bachelor of Science
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Michael
I am a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles, where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. I've always loved Math and the Sciences: the hunt for the right equation to use, the unravelling of the mystery of the value of x. I want to show my students to see these subjects ...
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
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During the initial session, a tutor will assess your current programming experience, understand which concepts are giving you trouble (whether that's syntax, logic, or debugging), and learn about your goals—whether you're aiming to improve grades, prepare for the AP exam, or build specific projects. This helps the tutor create a personalized plan that targets your exact needs and learning pace.
Debugging is one of the most valuable skills in computer science, and tutors teach you systematic approaches to identify and resolve errors rather than just fixing them for you. Through code review and hands-on practice, you'll learn to read error messages carefully, trace through your logic step-by-step, and develop problem-solving strategies that apply across different programming languages and projects.
Syntax is the specific rules of a language (like Python or Java), while logic is the thinking process behind solving problems algorithmically. Many students struggle because they focus too heavily on syntax rules without understanding the underlying logic. Personalized tutoring helps you build strong logical thinking first, so syntax becomes easier to learn—and you can transfer those problem-solving skills to any programming language.
Data structures like arrays, linked lists, and hash tables are abstract concepts that require visualizing how data is organized and accessed in memory. Tutors break these down with diagrams, real-world analogies, and hands-on coding exercises so you can see how they work in practice. Understanding data structures is crucial for writing efficient code and succeeding on the AP Computer Science exam.
Absolutely. Many tutors use project-based learning to reinforce concepts—whether that's building a game, creating a web application, or developing a data analysis tool. Working on real projects helps you understand how different concepts fit together, gives you portfolio pieces for college applications, and makes learning feel more relevant and engaging.
Yes, your interests shape which projects and concepts make the most sense to focus on. A tutor can tailor lessons around your goals—emphasizing front-end and back-end languages for web development, graphics and physics for game dev, or data manipulation and analysis for data science. This personalized approach keeps you motivated while building skills that align with your interests.
With an average student-teacher ratio of 17.8:1 in Port St. Lucie schools, getting individual attention in the classroom can be challenging. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction fills that gap by giving you dedicated time to work through difficult concepts, ask questions without time pressure, and get immediate feedback on your code. This targeted support helps you keep pace with coursework and build confidence in problem-solving.
Yes. Tutors can help you master both the AP Computer Science A (Java-focused) and AP Computer Science Principles exams by reviewing key topics, practicing free-response questions, and building the algorithmic thinking skills the exam tests. With focused preparation and regular practice, students often see significant score improvements.
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