Nelson Padua-Perez

Nelson Padua-Perez is a Principal Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Maryland, College Park. He is based in Office IRB 2210 and actively contributes to undergraduate education through teaching, resource development, and student support. His work includes maintaining critical resources like the CS Undergraduate Forum (access code 1817) and advising students in courses such as CMSC131/132 and CMSC216.

• Teaching Contributions: Develops guides on programming practices, exam preparation, and interview strategies. Maintains resources for courses like Coding Interview Prep, Suggestions for Writing Programs, and Time Management.
• Student Support: Coordinates mentorship programs (e.g., University Mentorship Program) and manages the CS Latino Group to support underrepresented students. Oversees the Jenkins Family Undergraduate Lounge (Iribe 1156).
• Technical Expertise: Specializes in pedagogical tools for CS education, including X Forwarding guides for Linux systems and accessibility resources.

He is a key contact for departmental initiatives, offering advice on academic policies and technical challenges faced by students.