Ritvik Yaragudipati

 
 

Meet Ritvik Yaragudipati - Expert Computer Science and Math Tutor

Ritvik Yaragudipati brings extensive, real-world software engineering experience and a mentorship-focused teaching style to help students master complex computer science and math topics. With a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Maryland and professional experience at a Fortune 100 company and EdTech Startups, Mr. Yaragudipati specializes in connecting academic concepts to practical, in-demand skills while boosting student confidence and grades.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Computer Science: Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Database Systems

  • Mathematics: K-12: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, etc.

  • Programming Languages: Java, Python, SQL, R, JavaScript, HTML/CSS,

  • Teaching Approach: Mentorship for Middle School, Highschool, and College Undergraduate Students

Teaching Philosophy:

"My approach is to teach the students, not the subject. I bridge the gap between textbook theory and real-world application by drawing on my own practical experience as a recent student and now full time engineer. My goal is to create engaging lessons that lead to significant grade improvement and equip students with a strong foundation for a future career. "

What Makes Ritvik Special:

  • Proven Results: Successfully mentored 140 undergraduate students in CS and Math topics at a previous EdTech startup, achieving an average grade improvement of 28.6%.

  • Industry-Relevant Instruction: Draws from his professional experience as a Software Engineer, published AI researcher, and an instructor of over 5 years to provide practical insights.

  • Structured for Success: Designs custom lesson plans, homework, practice problems, and exam reviews focused on maximizing student engagement and knowledge retention.

  • Cutting-Edge Knowledge: Utilizes his background in AI research and cloud computing to teach the most current and relevant skills.

  • Holistic Student Development: Focuses on building core understanding and problem-solving skills to prepare students for academic success and future career opportunities.

Education & Achievements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Maryland, College Park

  • Minor in Cybersecurity (ACES), University of Maryland, College Park

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

  • Published AI/ML undergraduate

  • Software Engineer, Capital One

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