Staff
Instructors
Teaching Assistants
Aileen Zeng
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 11:30 AM–12:20 PM Thursday in MGH 287 (Section AD)
Office Hours: 1:00–2:50 PM Tuesday
I’m Aileen and I am a junior studying Computer Science. Outside CS, I like playing violin, running and making lattes! I’m currently learning how to pour latte art :) I also don’t have great caffeine tolerance, so I end up making lattes for other people.
In addition to TA-ing, I’ll also be doing research, taking CSE 333/421 and an Education class.
CSE 332 is a fun course, and I’m excited to meet everyone! Come talk to me!
Alex Teng
Pronouns: she/her
Office Hours: 4:30–6:20 PM Friday
I’m Alex, and I’m pursuing my 5th year master degree in Computer Science. I have lived in Medford, Oregon and Changchun, China. I’m currently in a research team focusing on octopus simulation in Virtual Reality environment. VR/AR is my favorite computer science topic, and I highly recommend you to check it out. “Future” is not that far away!
Talking about my personal hobbies, I love cooking, eating, traveling and exploring. They work with each other. The fun fact is that I’ve tasted all kind of cat food that I bought. They smell okay but taste plain.
Amy Xu
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 8:30–9:20 AM Thursday in MGH 228 (Section AA)
Office Hours: 3:30–4:20 PM Monday and 3:30–4:20 PM Friday
I’m a third year CS / History double major, and this will be my first quarter TAing for 332. I’m excited to meet all of you :)
Fun fact: Fanta was invented at a Coca-Cola plant in Nazi Germany!
Annie Mao
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 11:30 AM–12:20 PM Thursday in MGH 251 (Section BD)
Office Hours: 2:30–4:20 PM Friday
My main hobbies outside of CS is doing MMA and kickboxing and being a part of Camp Kesem, which offers a free summer camp for children affected by a parents’ cancer. Other than that, my other hobby more related to CS is teaching, especially CSE 332 :) A few random facts about me is that my favorite food is sushi, I have extra bones in my hips, and I grew up in Sammamish, WA.
Chloe Wen
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 12:30–1:20 PM Thursday in MGH 241 (Section BE)
Office Hours: 4:30–6:20 PM Friday
Hi everyone! I’m Chloe and I grew up here in Seattle (so if you want any food recs, hit me up). When I’m not doing CS I love to lift weights, bake chocolate chip cookies, and play with my maltipoo Peanut!
Chris Choi
Pronouns: he/him
Quiz Section: 12:30–1:20 PM Thursday in DEN 212 (Section AE)
Office Hours: 10:30 AM–12:20 PM Friday
I’m well known for being a big fan of mathematics, but I always have found math to be more like a living thing than anything. Reading a good proof is like reading a story about a jaunt through the forest. I’m also a big fan of writing fiction, though, so I’ve got both types of writing covered.
Connie Wang
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 1:30–2:20 PM Thursday in SAV 131 (Section BB)
Office Hours: 2:30–3:20 PM Wednesday and 2:30–3:20 PM Friday
I’m from Portland, Oregon and this is my 3rd year at UW. I enjoy data structures and Leetcode in my free time. Fun fact: I own approximately 6 lbs of boba pearls.
Frank Qin
Pronouns: he/him
Quiz Section: 12:30–1:20 PM Thursday in MGH 241 (Section BE)
Office Hours: 4:30–6:20 PM Thursday
I was a CSE 311 TA last quarter so I should have seen a lot of you, although I’m very bad with names (sorry). Come to talk with me and I’d like to have coffee with you :)
Gavin Cai
Pronouns: he/him
Quiz Section: 11:30 AM–12:20 PM Thursday in MGH 287 (Section AD)
Office Hours: 2:30–4:20 PM Monday
Hi I’m Gavin! I am a senior in computer science, originally from Portland, Oregon. Outside of CS I enjoy dancing. Hope you all enjoy 332!
Joy He
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 2:30–3:20 PM Thursday in MGH 287 (Section BC)
Office Hours: 11:30 AM–12:20 PM Monday and 4:30–5:20 PM Thursday
I’m a junior, and I enjoy doing research in behavioral data science and reinforcement learning. I also love teaching, hiking, running, and reading. I am excited about helping create a better course climate this quarter!
Kevin Pham
Pronouns: he/him
Quiz Section: 10:30–11:20 AM Thursday in MGH 242 (Section AC)
Office Hours: 3:30–4:20 PM Wednesday and 3:30–4:20 PM Thursday
Hi! I grew up in the Seattle area and am currently 3rd year studying computer science. In my free time I love to play piano, sing a cappella, and volunteer with a non-profit on campus called Camp Kesem. 332 is a great class and I hope you all enjoy it!
Louis Maliyam
Pronouns: he/him
Quiz Section: 9:30–10:20 AM Thursday in ECE 042 (Section AB)
Office Hours: 3:00–3:50 PM Wednesday and 3:30–4:20 PM Friday
I am a third-year student from Thailand majoring in computer science and minoring in dance. I love dancing as it teaches me how to love myself and other people. Come dance with me if you are stressed out from exams. I am open to any conversations–course-related questions, life, concerns, dance, food, etc.
Feel free to ask for 1:1 meeting. I’m thrilled to get to know you and be a part of your journey. Fun fact: I’m terrified of birds 😵🐦
Lucy Jiang
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 2:30–3:20 PM Thursday in MGH 287 (Section BC)
Office Hours: 10:30–11:20 AM Monday and 10:30–11:20 AM Tuesday
Hi! I’m Lucy Jiang, a sophomore studying computer science. I’m especially passionate about developing and advocating for accessible technology. In addition to doing research about accessibility, I’m involved in ACM and HuskyADAPT! Outside of school, I love baking, cooking, food photography, and reading. Feel free to talk to me about baking, pastries, food, or really anything :) Looking forward to getting to know you all this quarter!
Melissa Birchfield
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 1:30–2:20 PM Thursday in SAV 131 (Section BB)
Office Hours: 2:30–3:20 PM Wednesday and 2:30–3:20 PM Friday
Hi! I’m a 3rd-year undergrad who grew up in South Carolina but now calls Seattle home. Never thought I’d end up in computer science, but life is funny that way.
Outside of TAing, I enjoy playing music, learning languages, and exploring new places. I’m especially interested in finding ways to use my technical skills for social good.
Fun Fact: I published my first book in December! It’s called “Data for Dignity: Leveraging Technology in the Fight against Human Trafficking.”
Millicent Li
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 8:30–9:20 AM Thursday in MGH 228 (Section AA)
Office Hours: 10:30 AM–12:20 PM Wednesday
Hi, I’m Millicent! I was born and raised in Wichita, Kansas, where I spent more than half of my life. Now, I live in Washington, and I’m a third-year studying computer science. I’m super excited be TAing 332! :)
In my free time I love traveling, hiking, cycling, photography, or anything in the outdoors, along with music (violin/cello/guitar). I also love playing Overcooked!
This quarter, I’ll be busying myself with 3 CS classes (data vis, machine learning, entrepreneurship) along with research, working with SAC, and of course TAing.
Nathan Chen
Pronouns: he/him
Quiz Section: 9:30–10:20 AM Thursday in ECE 042 (Section AB)
Office Hours: 10:30 AM–12:20 PM Tuesday
I’m a 3rd year majoring in CS and minoring in Education. More importantly, I’m a big fan of Naruto, Costco chicken bakes, and Uniqlo puffer jackets. In my free time, I enjoy reading memoirs, watching action-comedy movies, and bugging my friends to go eat desserts. Come say hi; I’d love to meet everyone!
Richard Jiang
Pronouns: he/him
Quiz Section: 11:30 AM–12:20 PM Thursday in MGH 251 (Section BD)
Office Hours: 11:30 AM–1:20 PM Tuesday
Hi! I’m a Senior from Portland, Oregon. I enjoy playing video games, basketball, and rock climbing. I’m here to help in any way I can. You can come talk to me about 332, interview prep, TAing, what courses to take, career advice, and pretty much everything else.
Velocity Yu
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 12:30–1:20 PM Thursday in DEN 212 (Section AE)
Office Hours: 5:30–6:20 PM Thursday and 10:30–11:20 AM Friday
I am Velocity and I come from the home of spicy hotpot – Chongqing, China! I have been a TA for three quarters and this is my first time teaching 332.
Besides my school life, I love to travel. I have been to many countries and I love Japan the most! Have a long list of must-go restaurants in Tokyo so be sure to ask me for recommendations XD.
Fun fact: I do stress cooking rather than eating :)
Yin Yin Low
Pronouns: she/her
Quiz Section: 10:30–11:20 AM Thursday in MGH 242 (Section AC)
Office Hours: 1:00–1:50 PM Tuesday and 11:30 AM–12:20 PM Friday
I love traveling whenever possible: a short gateway to pike place market, a weekend hike to Mount Si, and even a winter trip to East Coast. However, sometimes, I prefer to stay in my bed and watch youtube videos on a cozy day. My favorite food is Malaysian cuisine (sour and spicy the best :p). During my free time, I also enjoy capturing beautiful moments, natures, and people! Come talk to me if you are interested in photography as well!