Getting Help¶
Having questions or getting stuck on something is entirely expected in the learning process. If you find something challenging with your studies, that is a sign you are learning! Learning is not something that you need to do alone though! In fact, connecting with your peers or asking a member of the course staff for help can add extreme depth to your knowledge.
If you have a general question that other students could potentially benefit from, considering posting on Ed! On Ed, you can also set your questions to private or anonymous as you see appropriate.
We are often available at other times by appointment, and we encourage you to schedule 1:1 appointments whenever you want to talk about concepts, grades, or anything else.
Ed Tips
- If you are asking a general question about the course logistics or content, you can make a public post. This way other students can benefit from seeing your question, and you can even answer each other’s questions to share your perspectives!
- If you want, you can choose to post anonymously so that other students in the course can’t see your name. Note that anonymous posting does not hide your identity from the course staff.
- You’re encouraged to answer each other’s questions as well! Explaining a topic to someone else (even on a discussion board) is a great way to help you better understand the material The course staff will still look over student answers and can nicely point out some misconception if there is one so that everyone benefits.
- If you have a question that’s pretty specific to your homework solution, or, is about some personal details that you would not want to share with the class (e.g., DRS accommodations), you can make a private post on Ed that is only visible to the course staff. This way, any member of the staff can respond to get you the help you need!
- For sensitive matters that you only want to discuss with Hannah, you can instead email Hannah if that makes you feel more comfortable. Note that the response time for Hannah’s email is longer than posting on the Ed board.
Instructor¶
Hello everyone! My name is Hannah and I am a recent MS graduate in Computer Science through the Fifth Year BS/MS program. I used to be in the Bioengineering and Statistics programs at the UW before switching to CS upon taking an introductory programming class. My primary areas of interest include computational biology and equity in computer science education. After this summer, I’ll be working as a Software Engineer at Microsoft while teaching on the side.
Outside of academics, I help manage THE KOMPANY, the first and only K-Pop dance organization at the UW. I also enjoy watching Korean dramas, figure skating, and watching professional Valorant tournaments in my spare time. Feel free to talk to me about any of these topics, and I look forward to seeing you all!
Favorite summertime drink: Banana milk.
Teaching Assistants¶
Quiz Section: AC, Virtual
Hey everyone! I’m a current masters student studying Computational Linguistics! I also just recently graduated from UW this June with my B.A. Linguistics, Math & Data Science minors! This is my fourth quarter TAing, but my first with the python sequence (I TA-ed for CSE 373 the last 3 quarters)! I use python quite often to do Computational Linguistics/ NLP things, and I’m excited to introduce y’all to one of the most commonly used languages in data science! :)
In my free time, I love to binge dramas (mainly Korean, Chinese, Thai)! I also listen to K-pop, vocal jazz, choral music, and I sing a bit! If any of you are interested in NLP or just wanna chat, please come and find me! I look forward to getting to know y’all! :)
Favorite summertime drink: Matcha Milk Tea.
Georgii Khachaturov he/him
Quiz Section: AC
Hello everyone! I’m a junior majoring in Chemical Engineering and I’m really excited to TA CSE 160 this quarter! Outside of school, I like reading and playing soccer!
Favorite summertime drink: Iced tea with lemonade.
Quiz Section: AA
Hi everyone! I’m a PhD student in HCDE studying and building software for digital fabrication machines (think: 3D printers, laser cutters, etc). I did my undergraduate degree in computing at Olin College of Engineering, where I worked as a TA for introductory programming courses for two years. Since then, I’ve been a graduate TA for a bunch of programming and HCI courses in HCDE.
Favorite summertime drink: ginger beer!
Hey everyone! My name is Kenny and I’m a recent graduate from Human Centered Design & Engineering (HCDE). Most of the time you can find me staying up till 3 am and snacking on some Cliff bars. Can’t wait to meet y’all and learn more about Python!
Favorite summertime drink: Water.
Sierrah Rose Bessler she/her
Quiz Section: Virtual
Hello! My name is Sierrah. I am a second year student, hoping to study Applied Math and Statistics. This is my first quarter being a TA at UW, and I’m very excited for it.
Outside of school, I love reading, listening to music, working out, and traveling. I can’t wait to meet you all, and I look forward to a great quarter!
Favorite summertime drink: Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Expresso from Starbucks.
Xinyan Li she/her
Quiz Section: AA
Hi everyone! My name is Xinyan Li and I also go by Selina. I am currently a freshman undergrad student. My intended major is Math and I want to keep studying in the field Data Science. I am a linguistic lover. I speak four languages: Chinese (my first language), English, Spanish (learn for 3 years), and French (learn for 1 year). I spent four-year high school in California, and the weather in California is hugely different with that in Seattle. Outside of classes, I am a fruit-drink person. I especially prefer mango, lychee, and strawberry. If you are also a drinking lover, please contact me! I would love to share my favorite. Hope to have a great quarter with all of you!
Favorite summertime drink: Iced Lychee/Mango Smoothie or Lychee/Mango/Strawberry fruit drink.
Yadi Wang she/her
Quiz Section: AB
Hi! I’m a BS/MS student and earned bachelor’s degrees in CS and Greek. I am currently doing research in Human-Computer Interaction and Digital Humanities.
When I have free time, I am a K-pop fan and occasionally play video games. This is my first time TAing for CSE 160, and also my first time spending the summer break in Seattle. I look forward to meeting y’all :P
Favorite summertime drink: coke or iced tea :)
Yolanda Zhang she/her
Quiz Section: AB
Hello everyone! This is Yolanda and I’m a sophomore studying Economics and interested in Data Science! I’m originally from China. Outside of classes and TAing, one of the biggest parts of my life is to explore K-pop culture. I love many Kpop bands like BTS and (G)-IDLE. I am so welcome if you are also a Kpop fan!
I will be a TA for CSE 160 during summer 2022 and this would be my first time being a TA! Hope to enjoy the quarter with you!
Favorite summertime drink: Cold Brew.