Bob Manasco he/him

Part-Time Instructor of Mathematics and Computer Science

• Email: bobmanasco@augustana.edu
• Office: Olin 212

Bob Manasco has had a passion for computer science since the summer of his 6th grade year, when he wrote his first text-based game, Legends of Camelot!, during a summer program at the local community college. This early experience sparked a lifelong dedication to the field, and he has since built a successful career in software development, recently retiring after more than 25 years at Fortune 100 companies. He has also contracted IT development services for local educational organizations and the U.S. Army.

His academic interests include robotics, the Internet of Things, data visualization, machine learning, and software development. Bob enjoys sharing his extensive industry experience with students, helping them develop both technical expertise and problem-solving skills.

Outside of the classroom, Bob is an accomplished musician specializing in low reed instruments and is actively involved in community music and theatrical productions, where he combines his passion for creativity with his technical background.

Specializations: Robotics, Internet of Things, Machine learning, Software development