Staff

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Hi! I am a fourth year PhD student in the theory group and BAIR. I work on problems at the intersection of theoretical computer science, statistics, and machine learning. Outside of research, I like hip-hop dance, music concerts, and Stardew Valley.

Hi, I’m Vamsi and I’m a fifth-year phd student in EECS. I’m broadly interested in cryptography and security. in my free time I enjoy hiking and traveling.

Hello! I am a fifth-year PhD student in the Theory group. I primarily work on error-correcting codes, but I dabble with many parts of theoretical computer science. Out of research, I enjoy trail running, mockumentaries, puzzle games, and good coffee.

Hi! I’m Aaryan, an EECS senior from Michigan. This is my third time on 170 staff and first as a TA. Outside of algorithms, I enjoy basketball, poker, college football, concerts, tennis, and various games. Feel free to reach out!

Hey! I’m Anirudh, a senior from the Bay majoring in Math and CS. This is my fifth semester as a TA and first time in CS 170. In my free time, I love playing video games like Smash (Kirby is the best) and Overcooked. I also enjoy solving Kenkens and the NYT puzzles. I’m super excited to work with you all :)

Hey! My name is Anushka and I am senior studying EECS. In my free time I enjoy hiking, cooking, yoga, tennis, and dancing. Look forward to working with you guys this semester!

Hi, I’m David, a junior majoring in EECS and this is my second time on staff! I love AI safety, algorithms, and self-driving. In my free time I enjoy picking up new hobbies, currently enjoyer of matcha, dance, and bread-making. Looking forward to seeing you all in OH and discussion!

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hello! i’m sasha! i’m a senior studying cs. i enjoy running, reading, playing the guitar, and playing sports (love tennis + volleyball), cs170 has been my favorite cs class at berkeley and im so excited to teach this semester :D

Hi all, I am Shu, a senior majoring in CS and Applied Math from Beijing. In my free time, I like to play soccer and watch the Premier League. This is my third time being a course staff for 170. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Hi! I’m Thomas, a senior in CS and Physics. In my free time I like playing tennis, running, and watching classic films! I’m also part of the team that builds Glitch, a 250lb combat robot that competes on the BattleBots TV show.

Hi! I’m Aditi and I’m a junior studying EECS. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, poker, and sewing. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Hi! I’m Akhil, a sophomore from San Jose, CA, studying EECS and Business. I love playing table tennis, chess, and pool in my spare time. Feel free to reach out with any questions, algorithms-related or otherwise. Looking forward to meeting everyone!

Hi! I’m Akshay, a sophomore studying CS, and this is my first semester on course staff. In my free time, I like to lift, play basketball, go on hikes, and win clash royale games. Excited to meet everyone this semester and feel free to reach out with any questions!

Hi! I’m Henry. I’m a senior studying applied math and computer science. In my free time, I enjoy play some video games, flight simulators, and listen to jpop and classical music. Look forward to meet you all!

Hiya! I am Hershraj, a 3rd year EECS major from Moorpark. My interests are somewhere in between deep learning and randomized algorithms. Outside of academics, I love climbing, board games, experimental hip-hop, and yapping.

Hi everyone! I’m Jaewon, a junior studying EECS and Math. Some of my hobbies include listening to music, going to the gym, and playing badminton.

Hi! I’m Jameson, a junior studying EECS from the Bay Area. I’m broadly interested in algorithms, AI/ML, and software engineering. In my free time, I like to play video games and take naps. CS 170 was one of my favorite classes at UC Berkeley; I hope you enjoy it too!

My name’s Jathin and I’m a senior studying EECS. 170 has been my favorite class here, so excited to be on course staff! In my free time, I like to play and watch basketball, lift, find good eats around the area, or chill w/ friends. Looking forward to a great semester!

Hello, I’m Jeffrey, a senior studying CS and MCB! Excited to work with everyone this semester!

Hi everyone! My name is Mataio and I am an Applied Math and CS major from SoCal! I love playing video games, watching movies and playing poker in my free time. My favorite food is Chipotle! Hit me up if you like Gravity Falls and Modern Family and Glee or if you want to play Overwatch with me!

Hi! I’m a 4th year CS major from New York. I look forward to meeting everyone this semester!

Hi everyone! I’m a senior from Ohio majoring in EECS + Business and this is my first semester on CS170 staff. In my free time, I like to paint, go to the gym, and explore all the food spots here in Berkeley. Looking forward to meeting you all!

Hi! I’m Subhash, a junior EECS major from Irvine, California. In my free time, I like working out, reading, playing videogames, watching scary movies, and eating new and interesting food. 170 has been my favorite class at Berkeley, and I’m really excited to be on course staff and meet everyone this semester!

Hi! I’m a third year from Socal/Beijing studying EECS. Contrary to what my name might suggest, I’m quite bad at golf (though I do play it). Talk to me if you like any of the following (or don’t like any of the following :<): physics, Joe Hisaishi, supercell games, and traveling to a ghost town and seeing history for yourself.

Hey! I’m a 3rd year studying EECS from Diamond Bar, CA! Outside of class I enjoy NYT games, playing the guitar, and reading. This is my first semester on 170 staff, and I’m looking forward to meeting you all this semester!

Hi everyone! I’m Yamuna, a senior studying EECS. I love dancing, playing the guitar, going to concerts, and watching sitcoms. Looking forward to meeting you all this semester! Feel free to reach out with any questions :)