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Steven Lawrence

Computer Science Tutor at Thomas College: Specializing in Programming & Databases

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Private tutor - Steven Lawrence

Bachelors degree

/ 30 min

Steven - Know your tutor

I am an experienced VBA developer with a deep understanding of Microsoft Access and database management. Over the years, I have built efficient, scalable solutions that streamline data processing, automate workflows, and enhance business operations. My expertise lies in designing structured, optimized databases that ensure seamless data retrieval and manipulation. One of my key strengths is breaking down complex problems into logical, manageable steps. Whether it’s designing relational database structures, optimizing queries, or automating reports with VBA, I focus on creating solutions that are both powerful and user-friendly. I teach my students how to visualize code execution, ensuring they understand how each function interacts within the database before implementation. My structured six-lesson series is designed to equip students with the skills needed to confidently work with Microsoft Access and VBA. From designing tables and queries to automating processes with macros and custom functions, my approach ensures students gain practical, real-world experience. If you're looking for a tutor who can simplify VBA and database management, enhance problem-solving abilities, and help you master Microsoft Access, I’d love to work with you!

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Expert in debugging code

Breaks down coding issues into manageable steps.

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Rated highly for assignment help

Clear, step-by-step support for assignments.

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Highly rated for problem-solving approach

95% of students improve problem-solving skills and speed.

Programming class overview

Mastering VBA and Microsoft Access requires more than just learning syntax—it’s about designing efficient, scalable database solutions. My tutoring approach focuses on problem-solving, code design, and real-world application, ensuring students gain practical skills that translate directly into professional environments. I structure my lessons around three key steps: WHAT, WHY, and HOW. WHAT – We define the problem and identify the business rules shaping the project. A well-structured database starts with clear objectives, ensuring every table, query, and function serves a purpose. WHY – We analyze the reasoning behind each design choice. Understanding why certain database structures and VBA automation techniques are used helps students develop a strategic mindset, making their solutions more effective. HOW – Finally, we focus on execution. With the what and why established, we confidently implement VBA code and database structures optimized for performance and scalability. I foster a relaxed, interactive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring creative solutions. My lessons are project-based, centered around topics that genuinely interest each student—whether it’s automating reports, optimizing data entry, or designing relational databases in Microsoft Access. By prioritizing code design first, students learn to visualize how their VBA code interacts with the database before writing it. This leads to cleaner, more efficient programs that withstand real-world demands. My goal is to help students master Microsoft Access and VBA, ensuring they can confidently build professional-grade database solutions. Let’s create something powerful together!

Programming tutor specialities

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Assignment help

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Homework help

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Upskilling

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Job readiness

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Code Review

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Computer Science concept taught by Steven

Student learned 24 days ago

The Student and Tutor worked through calculating daily revenue, identifying stockouts and errors, and using Power Pivot tables. The Student learned to perform calculations, use logical functions (`IF`, `VLOOKUP`), and analyze data using pivot tables. The session concluded with setting up a follow-up to continue working with Power Pivot tables and DAX formulas.

VLOOKUP Function

Excel Tables

IF Function

XLOOKUP function

Absolute Value (ABS) Function

Daily Revenue Calculation

Power Pivot Tables

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Student learned 28 days ago

Steven and Sangeetha engaged in a collaborative effort to design a database schema. Their discussion centered on crucial aspects such as table relationships, naming conventions, and effective strategies for managing null values within company targets, financials, ownership, and scope emissions data. For their upcoming lesson, Sangeetha will visually map out the database schema, and they've arranged a subsequent meeting to continue refining the design and consider alternative names.

Table Classifications

Primary & Foreign Keys

Null Value Elimination

Database Naming Conventions

Database Design Trade-offs

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Student learned 28 days ago

Steven guided Nancy through several Excel projects, focusing on data validation, scenario analysis with 'What-If Analysis' tools, and macro creation and implementation. They engaged in various exercises to deepen Nancy's understanding of these Excel functionalities. A follow-up lesson is planned for the next week to tackle remaining assignments.

Data Validation

Macros

Solver Add-in

Named Ranges

SUMIF & SUMPRODUCT

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Student learned 28 days ago

Steven tutored Steven Lawrence on advanced Excel functions, including dynamic tables, absolute vs. relative cell references, and custom number formatting. Steven Lawrence will email the spreadsheet from the lesson to Steven for troubleshooting, and they plan to cover pivot tables in their next lesson.

Currency vs. Accounting Format

Switch Rows/Columns in Charts

Chart Data Structure

Moving Rows/Columns (Shift+Drag)

Locking Rows/Columns ($)

Absolute vs. Relative References

Dynamic Formulas in Tables

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Student learned 29 days ago

Steven provided support to Nancy on her Excel projects, delving into areas like worksheet manipulation, data consolidation, number formatting, and advanced functions such as INDEX, XMATCH, and SUMIFS. They achieved 100% on both of the two assignments they tackled. Nancy's next task involves a different project from her school's canvas, scheduled for tomorrow.

Merge & Center

Selecting Multiple Worksheets

Autofill & AutoFit

Absolute vs. Relative References

INDEX & XMATCH Functions

SUMIFS Function

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Student learned 30 days ago

Steven and a learner delved into database design during a recent lesson, concentrating on structuring tables for company targets and environmental framework references. They thoroughly explored data types, constraints, and primary/foreign key relationships to ensure data integrity and facilitate querying. The learner, a student at Springfield University, was then assigned the task of restructuring existing tables to incorporate the 'firm year' table concept and separate company targets into individual tables.

NULL vs. NO

Data Type Restrictions

Entity vs. Attribute

FirmYear Table

Primary Key as Foreign Key

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Your programming tutor also teaches

Databases

Databases

Visual Basic

Visual Basic

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Visual Studio Code

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All levels

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Adult/Professionals

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College

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