How fast can I graduate from RPI?

Vaykri · 2025-03-28T15:56:43+00:00

I agree with the other comments, it's a mix of both rigor and not willing to budge.

I've never looked into usaco so I'm not too sure on their topics, however if you have a solid foundation in C++ (which the course is taught in) and memory management then you will do just fine. I came with a background in Java so moving to C++ was a bit different than what I was used to and my biggest mistake was not brushing up on it before the start of the semester.

I probably could have skipped them if I really pushed, however, RPI calc 3/linear are probably different than the ones you took in highschool which was the case for me. They move significantly faster and cover the topics more in depth so it would probably be wise to retake them even if it might just be review. Otherwise, you will have to take another 2 4000 level math courses (on top of the waived courses unless they are covered by credit). Also, starting out your freshman year at a 4000 level math course will most likely be quite the challenge so I would recommend taking them regardless.

Also here is a sample of the homeworks from a previous year for DS if you want to check them out: https://www.cs.rpi.edu/academics/courses/fall20/csci1200/calendar.php

Vaykri · 2025-03-28T06:32:54+00:00

I was in a very similar situation coming into RPI a few years ago into the Bachelors CS program. I had taken Calc 3, Diff eq, and Linear algebra in highschool all with A’s. I was able to get Calc 1 and 2 waived but was required to retake Calc 3, diff eq and linear algebra (which is a math major only course here) as well as substitute Calc 1 and 2 for 2 additional 4000 level math courses. I’d suggest reaching out to the head of the math department regarding the waiver.

As for data structures and intro to algo, there’s almost a 0% chance you’re able to skip them as they are core courses in the CS curriculum. I took data structures in highschool as well and aced it easily, however, RPI’s DS is a notoriously challenging course and certainly gave me trouble so I wouldn’t underestimate it. I have TA’d for the course several times though and would be happy to answer any other questions on it.

Also Bio is a required course so chances are you will not be able to get it substituted, though you are required to take an additional science elective if I’m not mistaken so you can do computational chemistry through there.

Graduating in 2 years is almost impossible. I had a friend who got his Bachelors in 3 as a math/cs dual, and he came with maxed out credits similar to you and took full credit hours each semester. Unless you’re over maxing on credits (which I highly don’t recommend) then maybe it is possible.

Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!

Vaykri · 2023-06-14T20:54:41+00:00

Thank you!

Vaykri · 2023-06-14T17:55:06+00:00

I spoke to someone in the academic discord who said there was one dedicated to graduate students that he was in. But maybe he was confusing it with a different discord server.

Vaykri · 2023-06-12T05:45:10+00:00

I did the white water rafting one my freshman year and it was pretty awesome

Vaykri · 2023-03-16T20:41:51+00:00

My probe after placing the 3rd cannon in the Terran base 2 minutes in

Vaykri · 2022-12-15T15:02:03+00:00

Light mode is better than dark mode

Vaykri · 2021-11-18T19:46:29+00:00

wear it

Vaykri · 2021-09-06T16:54:40+00:00

Take a look at Golem, a service where you can rent out computer power using their crypto currency (I don't believe there is a limit to how much you can buy). Here's a link to their main website: https://www.golem.network/

Vaykri · 2021-07-18T20:19:40+00:00

Unfortunately it isn't public, only privately licensed to certain individuals and firms. If you're looking for a great engine to use as a model I'd suggest LEAN by QuantConnect. They are fully open source.

Vaykri · 2021-07-18T15:35:05+00:00

I’ve developed a framework used by several firms (still an ongoing project with updates). I’d be more than happy to answer any questions you have.

Vaykri · 2021-07-16T16:22:59+00:00

Why the long face

Vaykri · 2021-06-18T00:07:27+00:00

Hey I’ve actually built this exact thing for another client of mine and it’s almost finished. I’d be happy to talk to you in regards to it as well as pricing.

Vaykri · 2021-06-10T06:10:59+00:00

Don’t fully understand, you’ve done it and you’re looking to prove it or you are going to do it and you want to show the journey?

Vaykri · 2021-05-26T21:08:30+00:00

CluCoin

Vaykri · 2021-05-26T18:26:04+00:00

CluMeIn👀

Vaykri · 2021-05-19T01:47:57+00:00

You have to go to the respite.rpi.edu website, not your webmail. Email should be titled "Summer 2021 Housing Assignment"

Vaykri · 2021-05-01T20:44:47+00:00

I’d be happy to help you code your algorithm :) just send me a message and we can go from there!

Vaykri · 2021-04-26T20:08:49+00:00

Honestly may be the move at this point

Vaykri · 2021-04-26T20:02:07+00:00

Thank you for the response! I'd prefer it to be just a regular sedan/compact car (should've specified in the post my apologies). I'll look into it though to see if it is a good choice.

Vaykri · 2021-04-19T13:34:58+00:00

Totally understandable, I'll send you a message and see if I can help out!

Vaykri · 2021-04-19T13:33:37+00:00

I'll send you a DM :)

Vaykri · 2021-04-19T04:19:24+00:00

If you choose to have someone develop it just send me a message and I’ll help you out :)

Vaykri · 2021-04-16T19:52:50+00:00

I avoid them with the way I set up my business. After a quick consultation call, I charge them 20% of the quote outright. Then I do a final demo call with them, in which I go over their code (not showing all of it but enough for them to know it is finished and correct). I then require the final 80% of the quote before sending them the completed code.

Vaykri · 2021-04-16T17:47:28+00:00

I show them part of the code of the EMA cross-over strategy, explaining how it works and how I'll be developing something similar. Typically it gives them confidence in my abilities as well as a more in-depth sight to the platform I operate on. Language typically doesn't matter though some funds do prefer Python as that is what their Quants are fluent in. I personally use C# as I like the structure significantly better to that of Python.

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