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The Best Computer Science Tutors in Oakland, CA

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Javier B.

$52/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Former Robotics Engineer Specializing in Python

5.0 (152)

499 hours tutoring

Extensive knowledge of computer science concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and computer systems 1 year of experience teaching computer science at the high school or college level Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex concepts to students of all levels...

Knowledgeable, innovative, with outstanding teaching skills

Javier has tutored me in Machine Learning during multiple lessons. I have also worked with 5 other tutors in this area, and Javier surpasses each one in his knowledge of analytics, coding skills, and exploration of new and innova... - Carol, 7 lessons with Javier

Aaron K.

$225/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Artificial Intelligence Researcher and Data Science Instructor

5.0 (21)

43 hours tutoring

I have a strong background in computer science, with +8 years of experience in computer programming. As an AI researcher at UC Berkeley, I have 5 years of experience utilizing Python to build and validate machine learning technologies that I have published as a part of my dissertation. As an instructor for a...

Insightful, Strategic, and Incredibly Supportive

Aaron offered clear and thoughtful guidance during a very important decision-making time for my son. His advice was practical, encouraging, and helped open up new options we hadn’t fully considered. Highly recommend him for anyone... - Poornima, 15 lessons with Aaron

Michael T.

$50/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Experienced software engineer specialized in React/Javascript

4.9 (63)

125 hours tutoring

I have tutored numeric clients in computer science for the last 4 years. I have a bachelor degree from Cal Poly as a Computer science major.

Thurston N.

$73/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Silicon Valley professional software engineer/tutor - great explainer

4.8 (99)

650 hours tutoring

Well. I've been programming professionally for over 15 years, and am expert in data structures and algorithms (with particular focus on persistent data structures and concurrent/parallel programming) As part of running month-long bootcamps, developed lessons and curricula for basic data structures, computational...

In a class of his own

Thurston has a sophisticated understanding of Computer Science and a mature and thoughtful approach to understanding a student! I am looking forward to additional lessons. - Samuel, 6 lessons with Thurston

Vicram V.

$50/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Berkeley Computer Science Undergraduate w/ 5+ yrs of Coding Experience

5.0 (178)

346 hours tutoring

I have taken Intro to Programming JAVA course and AP Computer Science A in High School. I received a score of 4 on the AP Exam. I have also done side projects in JAVA including a 2D Carrom Game. In addition, I have participated in hackathons. I used HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create a Calendar Website in one of...

Dexter R.

$70/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Senior Software Engineer

5.0 (35)

130 hours tutoring

Response time: 27 minutes

I have worked as a software engineer for 15+ years. I've worked for Google, YouTube, Adobe, and several startup companies in Silicon Valley. Professionally, I have developed in C/C++, Java, Javascript, HTML, Google Apps Script, SQL. I have shipped multiple products used by millions of users.

Dexter is the best!

My daughter was taking AP Computer Science Principle in her school, and was in dire situation where she needs some serious guidance in Javascript coding with her end of the year Project. Dexter R came to the rescue. The thing I ... - Christine, 2 lessons with Dexter

Dudley B.

$80/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Friendly, patient, UNDERSTANDABLE Computer Science tutor since 1989.

4.7 (34)

139 hours tutoring

I have a BA in Mathematics from UC Berkeley, where I also did Physics and Computer Science, and I've been tutoring since 1980 for all kinds of Math and Physics subjects, at all levels, and tutoring Computer Science since 1989. I have hundreds of satisfied clients who have done well in their classes,...

Great Tutor for Multivariable Calculus

Dudley is very intuitive in finding the best way to approach a problem, and he discusses methods from multiple perspectives to reinforce understanding of the core concepts. I very much enjoyed working with him -- he possesses true... - Elizabeth, 3 lessons with Dudley

Thomas G.

$100/hour

Oakland, CA

PhD in AI Ethics with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

5.0 (3)

10 hours tutoring

I designed and earned the world's first PhD in AI ethics from UC Berkeley (2021). I have completed graduate coursework in data structures, algorithm design, and programming languages. I co-designed and taught the world's first graduate seminar in beneficial AI at Berkeley.

Dan D.

$145/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Staff Engineer & Architect

5.0 (237)

810 hours tutoring

I've been in engineering management for over 20 years, with a hands on approach. I've been involved in many video games, as both architect and lead engineer. I helped write and grade the software engineering exams at several companies. And I frequently was holding classes on subjects as diverse as 3D, and parallel...

Amazing Teacher and Tutor!

Dan helped me learn and understand material that even the tutors at my school were unable to teach me. He’s very patient and knowledgeable and makes sure to explain the reasoning behind everything being done, as well as being able... - Sam, 7 lessons with Dan

Simon Z.

$119/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Senior Software Engineer with and CS Stanford Graduate with BS/MS

5.0 (40)

42 hours tutoring

I am a CS Stanford Graduate with BS/MS. I have worked 8+ years and was a Senior Software Engineer who coded and mentored other engineers. I was a teaching assistant at Stanford for CS106A (the introductory class) and CS110 (Computer Systems)

Tony T.

$170/hour

Near Oakland, CA

UC Berkeley Computer Science Grad Patient tutor & practical experience

InstantBook

5.0 (144)

532 hours tutoring

Response time: 48 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 extensive experience in computer programming, with a strong proficiency in...

Experience Matters

I get to work with Tony in a unique way as I am not studying for any course work but studying with him how to set up my workstation in a way that keeps me extremely efficient when working with my developers. It has saved me countl... - Iker, 13 lessons with Tony

Andreas M.

$110/hour

Oakland, CA

Effective Tutor for Math, Computer Science, and German

5.0 (558)

3,287 hours tutoring

I have been working in computer science related fields in research (Academia & labs) and industry. My PhD thesis is in numerical models for high performance computers. I also worked for several years for a company modeling hazards based on data driven computational models.

Whip-smart, on top of things, excellent communicator. Sharp!

This was a session for my daughter. She needed help with Computer Science programming prep for exam. Andreas is really smart/knows everything - per my daughter, and they covered a lot. Andreas also called me before and after appt ... - Maura

Tuling M.

$100/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of Experience

5.0 (5)

16 hours tutoring

Throughout those years, I focused on building backend infrastructure from scratch while specialising in Java, Python, and databases. I also hold a Bachelor's in Computer Science from Caltech where I've worked as a teaching assistant for multiple undergraduate computer science classes.

The best Python tutor I've found here on Wyzant!

Tuling is an expert in computer science and very knowledgeable in Python. You can tell he is a seasoned software engineer and is passionate in helping others succeed. He is very clear in his explanations. He’s been helping me with... - Win, 2 lessons with Tuling

Parth S.

$55/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Expert Computer Science Tutor And Software Engineering Mentor

4.8 (80)

202 hours tutoring

I obtained an Associate of Computer Science degree from Ohlone College. I have been working as an Embedded Computer Science Tutor in Introductory C++ Class at Ohlone College. This is my second semester working as a tutor for this class.

Very informative tutor

Parth was very accommodating on very short notice and is very knowledgeable in many different languages of computer science. Definitely recommend him if you are looking to increase your problem solving capabilities. - Mehul

Sudhir K.

$85/hour

Near Oakland, CA

MS in Computer Science with >10 years experience in software industry

5.0 (10)

17 hours tutoring

I am skilled in C, C++, Java, Go, Python, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Algorithms, Embedded Systems, Docker, Kubernetes and Data Structures. I am a strong engineering professional who graduated from Stony Brook University, NY with an M.S in Computer Science.

Lorenzo B.

$99/hour

Near Oakland, CA

PhD in Computer Science + Fractional CTO

5.0 (9)

116 hours tutoring

I did a PhD in CS and now work as a fractional CTO through my design studio.

Christine M.

$150/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Windows, Mac, QuickBooks, Excel, Word, Databases, Apps, Etc.

4.7 (242)

1,038 hours tutoring

Response time: 16 minutes

My computer science skills and experience are in database management including creating and maintaining files and profiles using QuickBooks, Windows, Mac and other software. My education includes various computer courses including one on programming Mac computers, and one covering HTML. Most often, my computer...

Understanding tutor

She helped me try and understand the software Quicken Simplifi and went in depth. At the beginning of the session she made sure to understand my goals and needs so that she could tailor the session to what I needed most. She has a... - Emily

Andrei G.

$85/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Master's in CS|7+ years College Teaching and Curriculum Architecture

5.0 (242)

877 hours tutoring

Response time: 11 minutes

I have an MS in Computer Science with 7+ years teaching experience as a Computer Science Instructor and Curriculum Architect. Love to share knowledge and inspiration in computer science.

Excellent Tutor for Computer Science

Andrei is simply amazing!! He is extremely knowledgeable in Computer Science courses. He explains with great patience and makes sure the student understands every step of the way. He helped me with my Computer Architecture course... - Neelima

Bernard B.

$75/hour

Near Oakland, CA

Tutor: Programming, Statistics, Test Prep, Finance, Business

4.9 (212)

845 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring certain computer science courses such as database and spreadsheet modeling, Java, C++, and C# programming. I completed courses in these subject areas at OSU. I would like to be able to apply to jobs in those categories. I also have BS and MS degrees in civil engineering.

Knowledgeable, flexible, and patient tutor.

Bernard is thorough, knowledgeable, and patient. He is also very flexible. Great tutor! He explains fundamental concepts and helps students work through their problems in an organized manner. - Tommie or Nichole, 17 lessons with Bernard

Arjun S.

$90/hour

Near Oakland, CA

PhD in Computer Science and Graduate Instructor

5.0 (10)

73 hours tutoring

I received a PhD in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon. During this time, I taught classes spanning advanced algorithms, data structures, databases, bioinformatics, programming languages, and operating systems.

Samantha R.

$70/hour

Near Oakland, CA

BS in Computer Science with 6+ Years of Industry Experience

Response time: 32 minutes

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and computer science fundamentals for coding...

A huge help for students facing overwhelming projects.

Samantha is helping me get back into coding after a 3-year hiatus. She is knowledgeable, patient, and an excellent communicator! I would recommend her to anyone looking to expand or build upon their skills. Samantha also proved t... - Amy, 17 lessons with Samantha

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Pranav M.

$225/hour

Incoming Software Engineer at Startup, Cornell Computer Science BA

5.0 (8)

26 hours tutoring

I have a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell University. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Engineering in Computer Science from Cornell. I have worked at technology companies as a Software Engineering Intern and am...

Alex A.

$120/hour

Experienced Software Developer with a Desire to Teach Others

5.0 (937)

1,446 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

Ming Z.

$64/hour

Computer Science Grad with 2 Years of Software Engineering Experience

5.0 (362)

1,446 hours tutoring

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...

Wonderful Tutor

Ming helped my daughter prepare for her AP Computer Science class. She was very knowledgeable and extremely patient with my daughter, who had never taken a computer science class before. With Ming's guidance, my daughter was ab... - MINAKO, 15 lessons with Ming

Guilherme A.

$100/hour

B.S Computer Science

5.0 (221)

797 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

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