Steven Lawrence
Coding Tutor from Thomas College - Python Lessons for Kids
Private tutor - Steven Lawrence
Bachelors degree
$17
$15
/ 30 min
About your coding tutor
I am an experienced programmer with a passion for problem-solving and software development. With years of coding experience across multiple languages, including Python, I specialize in breaking down complex problems into clear, logical steps. My ability to analyze challenges and develop efficient solutions has helped me create robust applications, automate tasks, and optimize workflows. One of my key strengths is visualizing code execution—understanding how each function interacts within a system before implementation. This skill is especially valuable in Python, where data structures, algorithms, and logic flow play a critical role in building scalable solutions. I teach my students how to think beyond individual lines of code, helping them develop a strategic mindset for efficient programming. My structured six-lesson series is designed to prepare students for professional coding roles. Whether you’re aiming to start a career in tech or refine your programming skills, my approach ensures you gain a deep understanding of problem-solving strategies, debugging techniques, and real-world applications—especially in Python, one of the most versatile and powerful languages in the industry. If you’re looking for a tutor who can simplify programming, strengthen problem-solving abilities, and help you visualize what happens when code is executed, I’d love to work with you!
Hands-on learning
Students gain confidence applying coding skills to real projects.
Paired coding for effective learning
90% of students benefit from collaborative lessons.
Proven success with code projects
85% of students complete personal projects in a few months.
Coding class overview
Programming is more than just writing code—it’s about designing solutions that are efficient, scalable, and adaptable. While implementation is important, code design is the foundation of a well-structured program. A strong design ensures code remains maintainable and capable of handling real-world challenges. I structure my teaching approach around three key steps: WHAT, WHY, and HOW. WHAT – We define the problem and establish business rules that shape the project. Clear objectives ensure smart design choices. WHY – We analyze the purpose behind each function or system. Understanding why a solution is needed guides decision-making. HOW – With the what and why established, we write clean, optimized code with confidence, prioritizing architecture over rushed implementation. I foster a relaxed, interactive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and developing creative solutions. My lessons are project-based, focusing on topics that genuinely inspire each student—whether it's automation, data analysis, or web applications using Python. By prioritizing code design first, students gain the ability to visualize how their code functions before writing it. This leads to cleaner, more efficient programs that stand the test of time. My goal is to help students master the thought process behind coding, ensuring long-term success in any tech career.
Coding tutor specialities
Code Review
Homework help
Debugging
Project help
Assignment help
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Coding concept taught by Steven
Steven Lawrence is assisting E.T. in developing a VBA tool in Excel to process data, initially employee data and later E.T.'s Netflix viewing history from a CSV file. Their discussions cover topics including dynamic row counting, variable naming, data loading efficiency, error handling (including alternative reporting methods beyond message boxes), data parsing using delimiters, and creating output sheets with error indicators. The goal is to create a standalone tool that imports data from a user-specified path, validates records, and provides comprehensive error logging for analysis. They plan to meet again to review progress.
Storing Error Information
Looping Through Data
File Path Reliability
Adding Sheets in VBA
VBA vs. Python for Excel
Text to Columns Feature
Error Handling in VBA
Variable Naming Conventions
Steven and S A reviewed a database design for a dance studio, identifying issues related to normalization, data integrity, and relationships within the tables. Steven provided recommendations for improving the database structure, including creating new tables, using auto-numbered primary keys, and implementing lookup wizards. S A will discuss the feedback with her group and potentially schedule another session to address any remaining questions.
Event Date and Time
Primary Key Auto Number
Foreign Keys and Lookup Wizard
Data Types and Validation
Database Normalization
Active/Inactive Indicators
Customized Forms in Access
Contact Information Storage
Zach is analyzing changes between initial and final school funding and staffing allocations in Excel, focusing on the Division of Specialized Instruction. Steven is guiding him to improve his analysis by using VLOOKUP for data integration, calculating percentage changes to highlight significant impacts, and presenting findings clearly and simply for executives. While a deeper dive into school-level data is suggested for future analysis, Zach is prioritizing a concise presentation of the current findings, particularly the significant reduction in behavioral technician positions, for immediate submission.
Inferences and Patterns
VLOOKUP Function
Data Analysis Perspective
Simplifying Complexity
Percentage of Change
Steven assisted Breana in completing her final Excel assignments for her associates degree in small business management. They worked through formatting, formulas, charts, pivot tables, data consolidation, and "what-if" analysis across multiple worksheets. Breana used the completed worksheets to create a sales report and no follow-up was mentioned.
3D Formulas
Adjusting Column Width
Conditional Formatting
VLOOKUP Function
Absolute References
Pivot Tables
Protecting Worksheets
Text Split Function
Steven guided Zach through an Excel assignment focused on financial projections for a school district. Zach practiced using `SUMIF` to calculate unit and total costs, created data visualizations (pie and bar charts), and formatted the spreadsheet for a professional presentation. They discussed how to interpret the data to identify cost drivers and prepared the analysis for presentation to a manager.
SUMIF Function
Formatting Consistency
Relative vs. Absolute References
Chart Customization
Projected Cost Analysis
Steven tutored Alyne on various Excel functions and techniques, including cell referencing, IF statements, Text to Columns, COUNT/COUNTA, SUM, and AVERAGE. They discussed using these functions for data validation, calculations, and automation. Alyne will bring a real-world data problem to the next session to apply these concepts practically.
Data Consistency
COUNT vs COUNTA
Data Validation with IF Statements
Text to Columns
Dynamic vs. Absolute Cell References
Automating Tasks with Code
Your coding tutor also teaches
Python
Coding for kids
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