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May 15, 2026  ·  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
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OOP & Classes Arrays ArrayLists Recursion 2D Arrays
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May 14, 2026  ·  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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AP CS A student · 39 sessions
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Java student · 15 sessions
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Parent of AP CS student · 30 sessions
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Best tutor ever. Her teaching makes me want to learn more; she makes programming interesting and fun instead of intimidating.
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Java student · 11 sessions
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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
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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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Parent of CS student · 14 sessions
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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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AP CS A student · Class of 2025
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Namrata assisted me through some very difficult AP Computer Science concepts. Clear explanations every single time.
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