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 Sierrah, you can instead email Sierrah if that makes you feel more comfortable. Note that the response time for Sierrah’s email is longer than posting on the Ed board.
Instructor¶
Sierrah Bessler she/her
Hello everyone! My name is Sierrah. Previously, I TA‘d for CSE160 eight quarters, so I am excited to now have the opportunity to act as the instructor for the first time. Python is my favorite coding language and I use it almost everyday, so I am excited to show it to all of you.
Outside of this class, I do work in health research at UCSD and have done previous work in bot identification (both using quite a lot of Python). In my free time, I love running, listening to music, and getting tea.
Teaching Assistants¶
Aneesha she/her
Quiz Section: AC
Hello everyone! My name is Aneesha, and I am an incoming senior studying Computer Science in the B.S./M.S. program. I have TA‘d for CSE 163 for 3 quarters, and this is my second time for CSE 160. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, traveling, learning languages, running, and playing with my dog. I spent the entire last school year studying abroad in Zurich, Switzerland, but I’m excited to be back and TA for CSE 160 this quarter! If you have any questions or just want to chat, feel free to reach out!
Cady she/her
Quiz Section: AB
Hey everyone! I am a third year PhD student in the Allen School. I work in MISL (the Molecular Information Systems Lab). I previously have been a TA for Molecular Programming but this is my first time TAing CSE 160. I originally studied Chemistry in undergrad and subsequently learned python in a class similar to this, that I took while working in a biochemistry lab. I am always happy to chat about the interface of Biology and Computer Science! In my free time I enjoy hiking, camping, and running. I am looking forward to meeting everyone! :)
John he/they
Quiz Section: AA
Hello everyone! I am a junior double majoring in psychology and biology, and this is my second time TA‘ing CSE 160. As a non CS major myself, I would be excited to learn why you decided to learn python if I ever get the chance to meet you! Although I came into this class last year with barely any programming experience, being able to do cool things with code by the end of the quarter made it so satisfying to learn, and now to teach. When I’m not in the classroom, you can find me playing baritone horn in the marching/concert bands or leading an anime club at UW.
Suhas
Quiz Section: AB
Hello! I am a Computer Science major here at UW. I spent most of my life here in Washington (more specifically Redmond). I’m interested in gardening and architecture if that’s something you want to talk about! I have TA -ed CSE 160 before so if you have any questions feel free to ask. I look forward to teaching you all!