Author Archives: Derek Smith

About Derek Smith

Former weather dude and scientific software developer. In the upcoming 2015-16 year I will complete my PhD at UCSB in nonlinear dispersive equations. I enjoy spending time with my two young daughters and running.

Chalkboard Mechanics

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Derek Smith

by Derek Smith I participated in a departmental training session for first-time teaching assistants during my first week at UCSB. It showed me that I need improvement in some areas, despite many hours of tutoring and giving presentations. In particular, … Continue reading →

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Tools To Simplify The Application Process

Posted on September 6, 2010 by Derek Smith

By Derek Smith I have spent the past few months focused on two projects: applying for graduate fellowships and wrapping up loose ends at my job as a software developer. I’d like to share some of the details of my … Continue reading →

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