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AP Computer Science Principles

AP Computer Science Principles (CSP) Tutoring

Get personalized help with AP Computer Science Principles. Master computational thinking, prepare for the Create Performance Task, and ace the exam with expert guidance.

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Exam Topics

What We Cover in AP Computer Science Principles

Big Ideas 1-3

  • Creative Development: Design process, collaboration, program development
  • Data: Binary, data compression, extracting information
  • Algorithms & Programming: Variables, conditionals, loops, procedures

Big Ideas 4-5

  • Computer Systems: Internet, fault tolerance, parallel computing
  • Impact of Computing: Digital divide, bias, legal/ethical issues
  • Create Task: Developing and documenting your program
Create Task

Create Performance Task Components

Worth 30% of your AP score

Program Code

Submit your program code that includes a student-developed algorithm and abstraction

Video Demo

1-minute video showing your program's functionality in action

Written Responses

Answer questions about your program's purpose, algorithm, and development

Exam Format

AP Computer Science Principles Exam Structure

End-of-Course Exam (70%)

  • 70 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours
  • Single-select and multiple-select questions
  • Questions reference pseudocode and code segments

Create Performance Task (30%)

  • Completed during the school year
  • 9 hours of class time to complete
  • Submitted to College Board by deadline
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About AP CSP Tutoring

Get answers to common questions about AP Computer Science Principles prep

The Create Performance Task is a major component of AP CSP where you design, develop, and submit a program of your choice. You'll write code, create a video demo, and answer written response questions about your program's purpose, functionality, and algorithm.

AP CSP is language-agnostic! You can use any programming language including Python, JavaScript, Scratch, or App Lab. The exam uses pseudocode that maps to common programming concepts.

AP CSP focuses on computational thinking, digital citizenship, and the societal impact of computing. It's less coding-intensive than AP CSA and uses any programming language. AP CSA focuses specifically on Java and object-oriented programming.

No prior programming experience is required! AP CSP is designed as an introductory course. I can help you learn programming fundamentals while preparing for the exam.

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