

Ronin
- Rate $30
- Response 1h

$30/h
1st lesson free
- Computer programming
- Java
- Artificial intelligence
AP Computer Science, University DSA and Advanced Java Specialist 10 Years of Experience
- Computer programming
- Java
- Artificial intelligence
Lesson location
- online
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at your home or a public place : will travel up to 20 mi. from Santa Rosa
About Ronin
Hi there!! I'm Ronin.
If you’re staring at a programming assignment or a blank IDE wondering why your code isn't working, don't sweat it, I’ve got your back!
I’m a Computer Science student with around 10 years of hands-on programming experience, and I wrapped up my university Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA) course with a 99% and got a 5 in AP Computer Science principles back in high school. I absolutely love this stuff, but I also know firsthand that university lectures can sometimes feel like they're speaking a totally different language. That’s where I come in! I bridge the gap between dry textbook theory and actual, real-world coding so you can ace your classes and build amazing projects.
Who I Help
I specialize in working with University and College CS students, as well as high school AP students. We’re a perfect match if you need help with:
Java Programming: From absolute basics to object-oriented programming (OOP), memory management, and clean code architecture.
Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA): Making sense of Big-O, linked lists, recursion, trees, complex graphs, and everything in between.
The "Brain Block": For when you understand the concepts but struggle to turn a big, confusing project prompt into actual working code.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My Approach & Teaching Style
I am super outgoing, friendly, and patient. My goal is to make our sessions the least stressful hour of your week!
Visual & Analogy-First: Computer science is super abstract, so we’ll step away from the code editor at first. We’ll use virtual whiteboards to sketch out how data moves through memory or how algorithms think using real-world analogies.
Learning How to Think: I won't just hand you the answer or type the code for you. We’ll team up to debug the problem together so you build the confidence to solve tough logic puzzles on your own.
Grading-System Ready: We don't just write code that "works." I’ll teach you how to write optimized, efficient code that will effortlessly pass automated university grading systems like ZyBooks or Gradescope.
What a Typical Lesson Looks Like
First 5-10 Mins: We do a quick check-in, triage your immediate assignment bugs or exam worries, and set a game plan for the hour.
Next 15-20 Mins: We break down the core concept using visuals and sketches until it totally clicks.
Next 30 Mins: We jump into a shared code editor! You take the driver's seat, and I’ll guide you through implementing the logic, catching edge cases, and teaching you professional debugging tricks.
Last 5 Mins: Quick recap of the core patterns we learned so you know exactly what to tackle next on your own.
Let’s get you past the frustration and back to feeling confident. Drop me a message and let's crush your next coding challenge together!
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Honestly I was super nervous before my first tutoring session but Ronin made me feel way better about where I was at. He was super helpful and kind from the start and helped me pass my AP computer science exam that had me so stressed out
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Rates
Rate
- $30
Pack rates
- 5h: $135
- 10h: $270
online
- $30/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Ronin will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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