About Me
Teaching / Tutoring
I have instructed various computer science courses as an independent contractor for JRCoder, CodingForYouth, and LearningLand. I have also independently tutored students in computer science topics, programming, and mathematics. I have a few videos posted on Youtube. I believe that education and educating are extremely important pursuits.
Here are a few kind words that have been said regarding my work:
5/5 stars: "Jacob was a great instructor and was very in-depth when explaining and always answered every question we had! He brought energy to every session and made me excited to learn more about the program. He also took time away from class to gather more materials and information [when we had very specific questions] about Unreal Engine to show us in class the next day, as well as helped all of us outside of class hours to make sure our problems were fixed and that we understood everything. He was an incredible, professional, and helpful instructor."
5/5 stars: "Jacob was very encouraging when [my daughter] had ideas. After class, in his spare time, he researched answers to her questions, teaching extra above and beyond the curriculum, as she was already ahead."
5/5 stars: "Jacob was very detailed and showed several examples of what was being taught, to make sure we understood... If we had questions, he'd take time to walk us through his examples and code, pointing out how different code could be used to achieve similar results. Class was a lot of fun; he was a great teacher!"
5/5 stars: "Super fun instructor and went into detail about everything we had questions about."
5/5 stars: "Jacob was a great instructor and was very in-depth when explaining and always answered every question we had! He brought energy to every session and made me excited to learn more about the program. He also took time away from class to gather more materials and information [when we had very specific questions] about Unreal Engine to show us in class the next day, as well as helped all of us outside of class hours to make sure our problems were fixed and that we understood everything. He was an incredible, professional, and helpful instructor."
5/5 stars: "Jacob was very encouraging when [my daughter] had ideas. After class, in his spare time, he researched answers to her questions, teaching extra above and beyond the curriculum, as she was already ahead."
5/5 stars: "Jacob was very detailed and showed several examples of what was being taught, to make sure we understood... If we had questions, he'd take time to walk us through his examples and code, pointing out how different code could be used to achieve similar results. Class was a lot of fun; he was a great teacher!"
5/5 stars: "Super fun instructor and went into detail about everything we had questions about."
Papers and Research
Various unpublished papers I have been involved with, relating to computer science or mathematics:
Python Determinant Calculation and Runtime
3D Visualization Mathematics
Python Determinant Calculation and Runtime
3D Visualization Mathematics
Interests
I am driven by impactful problem-solving and have been involved with programs such as Rebuilding Together, implementing free and efficient home repairs for homeowners with disabilities. Additionally, I have been a participant in the Columbia Arete Effective Altruism Fellowship, exploring impact-focused methodologies to address pressing global challenges such as climate change and AI safety.
I enjoy photography and digital photo editing. I have competed and placed in various competitions, including earning first place and the opportunity to represent my district in the 2018 Congressional Art Competition, where my artwork was displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year.
I enjoy photography and digital photo editing. I have competed and placed in various competitions, including earning first place and the opportunity to represent my district in the 2018 Congressional Art Competition, where my artwork was displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year.