USACO Bronze

Intensive Java

If you are new to programming start with this class. You will learn the fundamentals of programming with Java. By the end of the course, you will be able to solve easy USACO Bronze problems.

This course requires no programming background. If you tried any other text-based language, such as Python, that is a bonus.

This intensive class includes both Part 1 and Part 2 curricula. The class starts with setting up the necessary software environment including installation of a compiler and an IDE (Integrated Development Environment). Gradually students will learn the key concepts of programming as well as Java features that are useful in the USACO contests.

The class lectures are always accompanied by in-class practice problems as well as homework questions.

USACO Bronze Training Key

Sample Lecture
2023 Fall
Sat 16 Sep
Sat 16 Dec
Computer Science Live Interactive
12 Weekly Meetings. (Saturdays )
Sep. 16th to Dec. 16th
Between 2:00pm and 4:00pm
America/Los_Angeles (PDT)
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This Course Features
  • Live Interactive Instruction
  • Highly Experienced Teacher
  • Proven Curriculum for USACO Bronze Preparation
  • 24 Hours of Immersive Teaching and Practice
  • All Lectures are Recorded
  • Live Guided Coding Exercises and Homework Problems
  • Solutions to Exercises and Problems
  • Online Instant Scoring for Coding Exercises
  • Progress Check with Midterm and Final Exams
  • Minimum One Year Access to Course Materials
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Migena Ceyhan, Ph.D.
Int'l Champion (BMO Bronze)
Migena Ceyhan, Ph.D.
+5 Years Teaching Experience
01What is Programming?
02Data Types: Integer
03Data Types: String
04If Statement
05For Statement
06Mixed Loops
071D Arrays
08Strings
09Project: Super Mario
01Number Theory
02Functions
03Classes
04Multi Dimensional Arrays
05File Operations, Fast Scanning
06Sorting
07Basic Search
08Brute Force
09Project: Card Memorization
02:00 pm Lecture120 minutes
Times shown are in Pacific Time Zone.

This class does not require a prior programming experience. Student should be familiar with general Algebra concepts such as variables, equations, and functions. These topics are usually taught at middle school math classes. If the student has math competition background, such as AMC 8 or MathCounts, their results may also be used for eligibility.

 

There is no need for a placement test to register for this class. However, if you are not sure if the student meets the mathematics requirements, please take a look at this course at Khan Academy to decide. A 60% proficiency in Algebra foundations, Solving equations & inequalities, and Functions units is recommended.

If you still need placement help, please do not hesitate to call us for further guidance.

Java is a versatile language that is widely used in software industry due to its platform independence. It is generally believed that a slight speed disadvantage exists at upper levels of USACO contests for those who codes in Java. However, Java is the language taught in the AP Computer Science A course. So, there are pros and cons to both languages.

Year-round classes are recommended for younger students. Year-round (YR) classes cover entire curriculum during the live discussion of weekly meetings. In contrast, in the Intensive (INT) version of the same course, selected portions of the curriculum are provided as recorded lectures in order to cover twice as much material in a week. Office hours are integral part of the Intensive classes. They are optional for the year-round classes. Year-round classes finish the level curriculum in two parts, where Part I is taken in the Fall and Part II is taken in the spring. However, Intensive courses finish the level curriculum in one semester.

If you need to take an Intensive course that is not available, you may want to take a self paced version bundled with live office hour. 

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Even with very little experience with programming in general, I was able to understand Competitive Programming concepts with ease thanks to Star League Instructors. They were also extremely patient, and took time to extensively explain every concept. I can attest to their dedication and passion for what they do, and I would highly recommend it for students who are interested in going into any problem solving field!
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I like the challenge level of the classes and the motivation that the teachers gave us. We could make friends with a lot of talented people and have fun!
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This camp was very fun and solved many problem sets and actually USACO problems. Clearly learned all the topics need for the division and [had] great teacher support.
Tony C. Summer Camp Student
I started this camp with no knowledge whatsoever about coding, and now I am comfortable coding programs.
Jason L. Summer Camp Student
This camp has taught me a lot in such a short time and the teaching style was fun, clear, and easy to comprehend. There were many activities such as board games, tournaments, and outside sports to entertain yourself.
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