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Patient Programming Tutor Specializing in C, Java, and Python
Fernando Z.

1,550 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $60
Response time: 12 minutes

About Fernando


Bio

I am a patient and experienced software engineer with over 20 years of hands-on experience building large-scale enterprise applications. My passion lies in helping students truly understand programming by breaking down complex ideas into simple, practical concepts. I’ve found that when students grasp the “why” behind the code, confidence and curiosity naturally follow.

I specialize in teaching C (including Systems Programming in Linux), C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Data Structures...

I am a patient and experienced software engineer with over 20 years of hands-on experience building large-scale enterprise applications. My passion lies in helping students truly understand programming by breaking down complex ideas into simple, practical concepts. I’ve found that when students grasp the “why” behind the code, confidence and curiosity naturally follow.

I specialize in teaching C (including Systems Programming in Linux), C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Data Structures and Algorithms. These are my strongest areas, and I have a proven track record of helping students master them. While I’m comfortable assisting with most programming languages, these are where I can make the greatest impact.

After earning my Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with Magna Cum Laude honors in 2001, I began my career as a C++ developer building highly optimized systems for massive data sets. Over time, I advanced to mentoring teams of Java developers and leading projects focused on designing, improving, and maintaining large transactional systems. Today, as a .NET Full Stack Developer, I work primarily with React, JavaScript, and C#, balancing my love for coding with my passion for teaching.

Throughout my career, I’ve learned that the best engineers are lifelong learners who value clarity, patience, and discipline. My greatest strength is the ability to cut through jargon and guide students toward genuine understanding. I approach every session with professionalism, empathy, and the heart of a teacher.


Education

Tartleton State University
Computer Science
Texas a & m central Texas
Masters

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Approved Subjects

C

C

Fernando started his career using C and C++ to solve challenging problems. Fernando knows the ins and outs of C and knows that once he shows you how to handle memory management effectively through pointers you too will find C as a friendly and powerful language.
C#

C#

Fernando has over 10 years of professional C# experience with real world applications in Windows, Web and Mobile. Fernando has been programming with C# since .Net Framework 1.0 and has continued to develop applications through the latest version of the framework.
C++

C++

Fernando started his career developing Windows Applications in C++. Fernando also has extensive experience solving many of the tough academic problems students face such as data structures and algorithms. Fernando has had great success helping students reach their learning goals in C++ courses.
Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering

I have a B.S. in computer science with a strong emphasis in software engineering. I also have a masters in information systems. I have over 15 years professional experience developing large software projects utilizing best software engineering practices.
Computer Programming

Computer Programming

I have a B.S. in computer science and a masters in information systems. I have extensive experience writing small and large programs. I have written many different types of applications ranging from utility data reduction programs, encryption, and line of business applications. My experience ranges from front end to back end development.
Computer Science

Computer Science

I have tutored numerous courses in data structures and algorithms. I have a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
Java

Java

Fernando is a Java 7 Oracle Certified Associate and has 4 years professional Java work experience. Fernando also has extensive experience solving many of the tough academic problems students face such as data structures and algorithms.
JavaScript

JavaScript

I have done extensive studies in JavaScript. I have written games in JavaScript and also have extensive experience writing front end code for a large web application. I also have extensive experience combining JavaScript with jQuery.
Visual Basic

Visual Basic

In my masters of information systems studies, I took several courses that used Visual Basic .Net as the focus language. These classes included Management Information Systems, Programming 1 with Visual Basic and Programming 2 with Visual Basic. Database Management Systems with a semester project written in Visual Basic for the front end and Oracle 11g RDBMS for the back end. Every course required a semester project written in Visual Basic.
Elementary Math
HTML
Prealgebra
Spanish
SQL

Examples of Expertise


Fernando has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 6 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews


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Reviews

Outstanding Tutor

Fernando taught me more in a handful of hours than my professor did in weeks. He guided me through multiple complex topics, explained and demonstrated everything, and helped me develop a working program. I highly recommend Fernando, as he is well worth your time and money

Sam, 1 lesson with Fernando

Knowledgeable and patient tutor.

User menu within the group, reviewed naming variables using camel casing, how to parse enum values from a string and how to loop through and array list and select values. Excellent teacher. Extremely patient and knowledgeable. Provides excellent examples to understand concepts.

Sabine, 151 lessons with Fernando

Very satisfied

We talked through pretty complex code and reverse engineered an algorithm by stepping through the code one line at a time, Fernando was very thorough and patient and found a solution as well as walked me through it.

Talaba, 3 lessons with Fernando

Insightful Instructor

Demonstrated vast knowledge of java script and able to communicate effectively. It helped me to finish my project and grasp a deeper understanding of java script

Steven, 3 lessons with Fernando

Knowledgeable and Helpful

Fernando helped me understand if statements and writing math within C++. Great tutor!! He knows his stuff and has a great teaching style. His teaching style really works with my learning style. He's patient and friendly, which makes learning fun. I look forward to his coaching throughout my program.

Tommie or Nichole, 20 lessons with Fernando

Expert Tutor!!!

I had a very intellectual session with Fernando! He was very informative and knowledgeable about each subject and structure in c++. All questions I had were answered in a way a beginner could understand. Very helpful in teaching topics that I had confusion with. I highly recommend Fernando as a teacher/tutor. I look forward to working with Fernando to help me better understand c++!

Javier, 30 lessons with Fernando

very knowledgeable of Javascript

Fernando is very knowledgeable of Javascript and does a great job helping solve issues and explaining the process. After doing a few lessons with him, I would definitely work with him again!

Adrian, 4 lessons with Fernando

Very Knowledgeable

A three-week java design project done in a mere 2.5 hours with his expertise. Great care was taken for explanations as we progressed. Very impressive array of knowledge base.

Sylvester, 1 lesson with Fernando

Very knowledgeable and patient

Fernando did a great job of explaining React concepts (hooks, useeffect, components, and state). It was a really great experience for me to have him tutor and teach me new concepts. I would highly recommend Fernando! I will likely have him tutor me again.

BRUCE, 2 lessons with Fernando

One word "Yoda"

If I had one way to describe Fernando Z., all I can say is 'Yoda'. His knowledge on frontend and backend programming is so advance it just amazes me. Then on top of all that his patient to teach is just as amazing or more. I consider him one of my best mentors and learned so much from him. I always look forward to our weekly meetups online.

Hector, 39 lessons with Fernando
Hourly Rate: $60
Response time: 12 minutes
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