Cowculator

Full Design Document

Grading a class is not a trivial, well-defined problem. There is no simple algorithmic one-size-fits-all type solution, and professors may have to consider each exam and classroom on a case-by-case basis. While a spreadsheet offers the best solution to this problem, it can be a cumbersome tool, and any false starts may prove to be time-consuming.

Cowculator aims to be a simple, yet flexible tool that fits this use case. We understand that this is essentially a very limited and niche use case, however, it is a role that needs to be filled. We do not aim to replace or supplant a spreadsheet or other dedicated tools, instead, we aim to supplement and support them.

To avoid plagiarism, this isn’t available on Github, however, the Full Design Document outlines most of the information regarding this project. Contact me if you’d like further information or code samples.