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In CS, we cover the AP Computer Science A curriculum along with other fundamental topics. The course began with website development (this one), then progressed to learning Java. Next, we'll start the Apps For Good competition, where we'll create apps in groups to benefit our community. It's a fun class with weekly coding challenges based on what we're learning.

Line Art

I enjoyed working on the Line Art program. It was fascinating to realize all the lines were straight and even more rewarding to figure out the design through various math methods before choosing the best approach. While it took a good amount of time, once I started coding each section, I only needed to adjust a few lines. The process was exciting, and seeing the design come together piece by piece was incredibly satisfying.

Federal Tax Rate Calculator

This assignment involved creating a federal tax rate calculator, a tool that calculates federal income tax based on taxable income. The calculator takes the user's income input, applies the relevant tax brackets and rates, and factors in filing status to determine the tax owed. This project helped me understand how taxes are calculated and provided valuable hands-on experience in coding a practical tool.

Apps For Good Problem Overview

7% of the world population suffers from a learning disorder called dyscalculia. This disorder causes individuals to struggle with understanding mathematical concepts and the process of solving math problems. If left unaddressed, dyscalculia can limit a student's academic progression and future STEM-related career opportunities (Haberstroh & Schulte-Körne, 2019). To help solve this problem, our team proposes an interactive app designed for middle and early high schoolers struggling with one-variable equations in Algebra I. Our app breaks down linear one-variable linear equations into manageable steps, using color-coding and process checklists. Users focus on one step at a time - such as adding like variables - before moving on to the next step, allowing the user to focus on small tasks, making the overall complex problem easier to process. Our app offers an accessible tool to empower young students with dyscalculia and close the learning gap.

Target Audience

The audience of our app is individuals with Dyscalculia in middle school or early high school who are learning Algebra 1 material.