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I have taken COBOL as an undergraduate and I have worked as a software developer for 25 years. I have written COBOL programs while working for a bank.
I have taken COBOL as an undergraduate and I have worked as a software developer for 25 years. I have written COBOL programs while working for a bank.
Knows how to impart knowledge and information to students in a manner that is simple and easy to understand. He is also a patient tutor and doesn't rush you when you don't understand something right away. - MIRIAM, 5 lessons with Frank

I took COBOL programming in college in route to getting a Master's Degree in Computer Info Systems in 1985. I've since had roughly 30 years experience as a Senior Programmer Analyst using COBOL I, COBOL II, and...
I took COBOL programming in college in route to getting a Master's Degree in Computer Info Systems in 1985. I've since had roughly 30 years experience as a Senior Programmer Analyst using COBOL I, COBOL II, and...
Don is an exceptional COBOL tutor who possesses a deep and comprehensive understanding of the language. His ability to clearly explain complex concepts, even at the college level, is truly impressive. Don's teaching style is pati... - Tim, 8 lessons with Don

As a seasoned COBOL developer, I bring deep knowledge of this classic language, from its syntax and data structures to file handling and debugging. Whether you need to maintain existing COBOL applications or want to learn its...
As a seasoned COBOL developer, I bring deep knowledge of this classic language, from its syntax and data structures to file handling and debugging. Whether you need to maintain existing COBOL applications or want to learn its...
Rodrigo A, impressed me as being an excellent tutor and dedicated educator. He truly cares about his students and willing to go the extra mile for them to understand the material. Also, his expertise is very up to date and real wo... - John

I was a COBOL programmer for 15 years and have taught COBOL at Avila University for more than 5 years.
I was a COBOL programmer for 15 years and have taught COBOL at Avila University for more than 5 years.
Bill continues to be an excellent tutor. He is very punctual, flexible, professional and makes himself readily available. Above all, he is very knowledgeable of math concepts and teaches them in an understanding, patient manner.... - Regan, 13 lessons with Bill

I have a career that spans 40 years in IT development, all of it in COBOL, along with the related control and scripting languages specific to the platforms housing the COBOL applications. My experience has largely been on mid-sized...
I have a career that spans 40 years in IT development, all of it in COBOL, along with the related control and scripting languages specific to the platforms housing the COBOL applications. My experience has largely been on mid-sized...

I'm Spencer, a COBOL expert with hands-on experience in both programming and problem-solving within real-world applications. I have a strong background in legacy systems, understanding the intricacies of COBOL and its role in...
I'm Spencer, a COBOL expert with hands-on experience in both programming and problem-solving within real-world applications. I have a strong background in legacy systems, understanding the intricacies of COBOL and its role in...

I had worked in several companies in Italy (even in a company I set up) as software developer and analyst using COBOL, BASIC, RPGII in Unix, DOS, and Windows OS. I designed, developed, and supported business software applications. I taught...
I had worked in several companies in Italy (even in a company I set up) as software developer and analyst using COBOL, BASIC, RPGII in Unix, DOS, and Windows OS. I designed, developed, and supported business software applications. I taught...
I appreciate Roberto's approach and method especially since I don't consider myself to be a typical student. I am not seeking help for a specific class, I just wanted to brush up and strengthen my skills. Roberto is helping me f... - Sandra, 69 lessons with Roberto

I can operate nearly any common software program, and have used many programming and scripting languages, including Assembly, Basic (various versions), Cobol, Comol, Python, Fortran, Java, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, C, C#, C++, AppleScript,...
I can operate nearly any common software program, and have used many programming and scripting languages, including Assembly, Basic (various versions), Cobol, Comol, Python, Fortran, Java, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, C, C#, C++, AppleScript,...
Working on my project had become quite a challenge, but Seth truly came to the rescue! His guidance not only clarified numerous confusions I encountered but also shed light on aspects I hadn't even realized were unclear. Thanks to... - Patrick

I am familiar with computer architectures, technologies, peripherals, processors, storage, operating systems, networks, protocols and most major modern programming languages: Fortran, COBOL, PL/1, Pacsal, C, C++, JAVA, PERL, shell and...
I am familiar with computer architectures, technologies, peripherals, processors, storage, operating systems, networks, protocols and most major modern programming languages: Fortran, COBOL, PL/1, Pacsal, C, C++, JAVA, PERL, shell and...

My education includes completion of the highest tier of the German secondary school system, with concentrations in mathematics and physics, followed by a degree in Computer Science/COBOL Programming from the Control Data Institute in...
My education includes completion of the highest tier of the German secondary school system, with concentrations in mathematics and physics, followed by a degree in Computer Science/COBOL Programming from the Control Data Institute in...
Armin is a wonderful teacher! I did about 4 or 5 lessons with him and we went over most areas for the ASVAB test. I scored in the 73 percentile and can take ANY of the Air Force jobs, that's 144 jobs. He's a great teacher BECAUSE ... - Chris, 5 lessons with Armin

I have been programming computers for over 40 years, including advanced software development. Languages include C, Java, scripting (various), Visual BASIC, Matlab, Pascal, LISP, FORTRAN, COBOL, BASIC, Assembly & Machine languages for...
I have been programming computers for over 40 years, including advanced software development. Languages include C, Java, scripting (various), Visual BASIC, Matlab, Pascal, LISP, FORTRAN, COBOL, BASIC, Assembly & Machine languages for...

After a few years, I wanted to do something different, so I joined the Army as a Mathematician/Statistician, but most of the work that I did was writing programs in FORTRAN and Basic. I became an officer and went on to learn COBOL and...
After a few years, I wanted to do something different, so I joined the Army as a Mathematician/Statistician, but most of the work that I did was writing programs in FORTRAN and Basic. I became an officer and went on to learn COBOL and...

I learned computer programming in 1961 and have been a professional software developer since 1982. I have programmed in assembler, Basic, C, C++, Cobol, Fortran, Java, SQL and other languages long forgotten. I now tutor in C, C++, Java and...
I learned computer programming in 1961 and have been a professional software developer since 1982. I have programmed in assembler, Basic, C, C++, Cobol, Fortran, Java, SQL and other languages long forgotten. I now tutor in C, C++, Java and...
I have worked with Carter 4 times so far and plan to continue to do so in the future. He has vast knowledge of a variety of coding languages. I acquired about C and relating it back to assembly. He was able to quickly assess whe... - Samantha, 5 lessons with Carter

My professional experience is in software engineering for over 19 years. I have used C, C++, Fortran (various dialects), COBOL, SYMPL, and various assemblers.
My professional experience is in software engineering for over 19 years. I have used C, C++, Fortran (various dialects), COBOL, SYMPL, and various assemblers.

I wrote my first computer program in 1968 and had been working in the field since then. I have coded in numerous programming languages including FORTRAN, COBOL, PL/1, Algol, Pascal, C, APL, SIMULA, GMAP, LISP, C++, C#, Java, UNIX...
I wrote my first computer program in 1968 and had been working in the field since then. I have coded in numerous programming languages including FORTRAN, COBOL, PL/1, Algol, Pascal, C, APL, SIMULA, GMAP, LISP, C++, C#, Java, UNIX...

...developer in a business environment for a number of years. I have experience writing code in C#, Python, PHP, HTML, and COBOL. This includes coding but also project management and design. I had to get requirements from business users and implement...
...developer in a business environment for a number of years. I have experience writing code in C#, Python, PHP, HTML, and COBOL. This includes coding but also project management and design. I had to get requirements from business users and implement...

With four years of experience mentoring and tutoring college students through my university’s Honors Program, I have helped students develop effective strategies for academic success. Through my own academic journey, I have researched and...
With four years of experience mentoring and tutoring college students through my university’s Honors Program, I have helped students develop effective strategies for academic success. Through my own academic journey, I have researched and...

...Scotland and Ireland). Study skills are usually learned by much trial and error which can be awfully time-consuming, frustrating, and sometimes downright discouraging. I can can put my many years of learned study skills to good use - and to the...
...Scotland and Ireland). Study skills are usually learned by much trial and error which can be awfully time-consuming, frustrating, and sometimes downright discouraging. I can can put my many years of learned study skills to good use - and to the...
Victor was extremely attentive and helpful during our face to face meeting. He also spent a substantial amount of time outside of our face to face session to design a personalized study schedule for me down to the minute. I would ... - Stephen

I help students develop practical, personalized study strategies that improve retention, organization, and independent learning. My approach combines time management tools, active reading techniques, and note-taking methods tailored to each...
I help students develop practical, personalized study strategies that improve retention, organization, and independent learning. My approach combines time management tools, active reading techniques, and note-taking methods tailored to each...
Ann is very kind, gentle spoken, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient tutor for my daughter. My daughter loves English, but struggled to focus on topics and book selections. She has been very caring and even follow up with little... - Masae, 47 lessons with Ann

I hold a PhD in Psychology, with research and peer-reviewed publications focused on study skills and academic motivation. That academic foundation directly informs how I coach — I bring evidence-based strategies to every session, grounded...
I hold a PhD in Psychology, with research and peer-reviewed publications focused on study skills and academic motivation. That academic foundation directly informs how I coach — I bring evidence-based strategies to every session, grounded...
My tutor has been amazing to work with. She is professional, knowledgeable, and does a great job adjusting her tutoring style to fit my learning needs. She takes the time to explain things in ways that make sense to me and is alwa... - Hannah, 17 lessons with Aleza

Dr. David is a licensed physician and certified teacher who knows what it takes to master huge volumes of material efficiently. He teaches evidence-based techniques like active recall, spaced repetition, and mnemonics, builds personalized study...
Dr. David is a licensed physician and certified teacher who knows what it takes to master huge volumes of material efficiently. He teaches evidence-based techniques like active recall, spaced repetition, and mnemonics, builds personalized study...
He walked me step by step even when I did not know anything about my material for class. I studied last minute and he stayed up with me the whole night until I understood my assignment. Thanks to him he helped me pass my exam with... - Alexander, 4 lessons with David F.

I tutor study skills, and organization as well as test taking skills, essay writing methods and memorization skills. These are important skills to develop for success through both academic and career life.
I tutor study skills, and organization as well as test taking skills, essay writing methods and memorization skills. These are important skills to develop for success through both academic and career life.
Dr Jane is a phenomenal educator and very knowledgeable person. She is genuine person who truly cares about her students. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn. - Christina, 165 lessons with D.

My graduate and credential work introduced me to learning styles and study skills. I have been using them in my teaching and tutoring practices for over twenty years with great success.
My graduate and credential work introduced me to learning styles and study skills. I have been using them in my teaching and tutoring practices for over twenty years with great success.
Needed a language arts teacher for my son (10th grade). Mary was very patient and attentive. She knew the materials well to assist with reading comprehension. She even reviewed his essays and gave effective feedback. Highly recomm... - Stephanie, 25 lessons with Mary

I have taught study skills among other academic topics for ages 5-20 for upward of 11 years. I work with students to determine specific methods that will help them retain the information, and build their confidence to truly put their...
I have taught study skills among other academic topics for ages 5-20 for upward of 11 years. I work with students to determine specific methods that will help them retain the information, and build their confidence to truly put their...
Anna has tremendous patients and knows how to reach our child and stay engaged. We are so happy and pleased to have her as a tutor for our son. We will continue to always have her as our tutor best choice. - Zorina, 24 lessons with Chae

My goal is to supply students with the tools they need to become self-sufficient and better independent learners. Good study skills start with having a plan and strong organization. I show students how to keep organized binders so that they...
My goal is to supply students with the tools they need to become self-sufficient and better independent learners. Good study skills start with having a plan and strong organization. I show students how to keep organized binders so that they...
After my son’s first lesson, we could already see that Daniel is professional, courteous, and kind. Not only did my son finish all his math homework in an hour (which is a big deal for us), but I received detailed feedback from D... - Trish, 48 lessons with Daniel
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On Wyzant, learners can find expert tutors to help them understand COBOL, a high-level programming language created in 1959. This widespread business-oriented language is still used today for critical applications like financial processing, data management on mainframes, and systems in banking, insurance, and government. With personalized tutoring, students can learn COBOL’s structure, including its four divisions (Identification, Environment, Data, Procedure), and gain hands-on experience with modern standards that support cloud and web integration.
COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language) is a verbose, English-like programming language known for its readability, robustness, and maintainability. It handles large-scale business transactions and file processing with ease. Although it is structured into four divisions and uses self-documenting syntax like “MOVE X TO Y,” it remains a powerful tool for managing complex business logic and data-driven applications. COBOL has evolved to include modern features such as object-oriented programming and web-connected processing, ensuring its relevance in contemporary computing.
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