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Every concept is followed by an exercise, a mini project, or a coding challenge.
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The tutor
Van Beets, the tutor behind Crazyof
A Columbia University graduate with more than 18 years of experience and over 15000 students trained. I teach programming the way I wish it had been taught to me: with patience, practice, and a clear next step.
The tutorVan Beets
The short version
A bridge between code and creativity
My name is Van Beets. I hold an MS from Columbia University, I have more than 18 years of experience, and I have trained over 15000 students.
The work is simple to describe and hard to do well: meet each learner where they are, give them a real problem, and stay close enough that they can ask the awkward question without embarrassment.
- MS from Columbia University
- 18+ years of experience
- 15000+ students trained
The full story
Why I built this platform
Learning a new programming language is not easy as you think. That is where this teaching platform comes in. I am dedicated to providing a comprehensive and user friendly platform for individuals of all levels to learn and improve their programming skills. The course selection is carefully curated to provide a smooth learning curve, starting with the basics and gradually progressing to more advanced concepts.
I understand that programming can be a dry and technical subject, so I have incorporated various methods to make the learning experience more enjoyable and effective. From gamified quizzes and coding challenges to live coding sessions and virtual projects, the platform offers a variety of ways to practice and solidify your understanding of the language. Tutors may use workday software to help students with their assignments by providing access to the software or finding specific documents or tools to better support their efforts.
Forums and discussion boards are a great place for learners to connect with each other, share their progress, and ask for help from more experienced members. From recommended books and online tutorials to helpful blogs and tools, there are resources to supplement and enhance your learning experience. I also keep up with the latest technology and updates in the programming world, so the courses and resources stay current.
How I teach
Four habits that make the work stick
The method is the same whether we meet online, at your home, or with your team.
Real projects
Learners solve real life problems, not puzzles that live only in a textbook.
Clear pictures
Diagrams and visual explanations make complex ideas easier to hold in your head.
Momentum
Points, levels, and rewards turn a long course into a series of small wins.
Working together
What the first weeks look like
Start with a conversation
Tell me what you want to build, what you already know, and how much time you can give each week.
Build a plan
We choose a track and a format, then set milestones that match your schedule and your goal.
Practice with feedback
You write code, I review it, and we adjust the next step based on what is actually working.
Want to see if we are a good fit?
Send a short note about your goal. I will reply with an honest view of the track, the format, and the first step.