# ARUN YETHIRAJ — Courses & Reviews | UW–Madison

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### name

ARUN YETHIRAJ

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    "comment": "His lectures are not as bad as other reviews described. Though the logic is abstract, it's thought-provoking and helps one understand the essence of the subject. It takes effort to grasp his logic, but studying diligently will lead to understanding. While his test questions can be challenging and unexpected, Yunrui's discussion is quite helpful.",
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    "comment": "Expect a challenging but rewarding class. The lectures are proofs and cover what was in the books. Make sure to always take notes and form discussion groups. The professor was extremely accessible and made it known to everyone that he was open to feedback and to changing the class. The professor fostered discussion and created a great environment.",
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