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Expert prep for AP Computer Science A and AP Computer Science Principles, taught by a College Board AP Reader with 10+ years of experience in Seattle area high schools.

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May 2027  ·  Java Programming

AP Computer Science A

A Java programming exam covering OOP, arrays, recursion, algorithms, and more. Demands both conceptual understanding and hands-on coding under time pressure.

40
MCQ
4
FRQ
3h
Total
OOP & Classes Arrays ArrayLists Recursion 2D Arrays
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May 2027  ·  Computing Concepts

AP Computer Science Principles

A broad computing exam covering 5 Big Ideas plus a Create Performance Task. Pseudocode-based, with no specific programming language required on the exam.

70
MCQ
30%
Create Task
2h
Exam
5
Big Ideas
Creative Dev Data Algorithms Networks Impact
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Namrata Poladia

Computer Science educator, programmer, and AP CS A and AP CS Principles specialist based in Kirkland, WA.

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    10+ years of experience as a high school CS instructor in Seattle area schools
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    7 years as Computer Programming Instructor at Washington Preparatory School
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    Specialized in AP Computer Science A (Java) and AP CS Principles
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    College Board AP Reader, selected to score official AP CS exam submissions, giving her direct insight into exactly how answers are graded
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    1,000+ tutoring hours across multiple platforms, including 720+ on Wyzant where she holds a 4.8/5 rating across 267 reviews
"As an AP Reader, I grade real exam submissions for College Board; I know precisely what earns points and what doesn't. I bring that insider knowledge into every session."
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Within a few lessons we see good progress in Java programming. Namrata is patient, clear, and truly knows how to break down complex concepts. Highly recommended.
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Anita
AP CS A student · 39 sessions
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Kind, patient tutor skilled at teaching programming. She understands the importance of active learning; we don't just watch, we code.
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Lillian
Java student · 15 sessions
★★★★★
Ensures my son understands topics before moving on. His understanding and confidence improved significantly over the course of working with Namrata.
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Annie
Parent of AP CS student · 30 sessions
★★★★★
Best tutor ever. Her teaching makes me want to learn more; she makes programming interesting and fun instead of intimidating.
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Dmitry
Java student · 11 sessions
★★★★★
Very prompt, well-prepared, patient, and understanding. Namrata always comes with multiple levels of prepared material depending on where I am.
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Scott
CS student · 35 sessions
★★★★★
My son improved two full grade levels. She teaches based on real understanding; he actually gets it now instead of just memorizing patterns.
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Keith
Parent of CS student · 14 sessions
★★★★★
I went into the AP exam thinking I'd get a 2 or 3. After working with Namrata I scored a 4. The FRQ section finally clicked for me.
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Jason M.
AP CS A student · Class of 2025
★★★★★
Namrata assisted me through some very difficult AP Computer Science concepts. Clear explanations every single time.
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Anne
AP CS A student · 9 sessions
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