Danny Heap

Danny Heap is an Associate Professor, Teaching Stream in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto. He specializes in undergraduate education and curriculum development, focusing on foundational computer science concepts and programming pedagogy. His teaching responsibilities include courses such as CSC165 (Mathematical Expression and Reasoning for Computer Science), CSC236 (Introduction to the Theory of Computation), and CSC104 (Computational Thinking).

Heap's work emphasizes practical programming skills through tools like DrRacket, with extensive course materials and video tutorials on programming fundamentals, recursion, and algorithm design. He has taught numerous iterations of core computer science courses since at least 2002, demonstrating sustained commitment to undergraduate education.

While no formal research publications or awards are explicitly listed, his contributions to teaching innovation are evident through his course design and student support systems, including problem-solving wikis and help centers.