David, I wanted to thank you for the wonderful class on digital storytelling at Berkeley. I have been wanting to do this for a long time and your class went way beyond my expectations. I now have the tools necessary to continue. I was an educator for forty years and as you can imagine I have seen many, many teachers. I can honestly say that he is a gifted teacher and here are the top ten reasons why: 1.Great sense of humor 2.Enthusiastic 3.Encouraging 4.Made everyone welcome by learning and greeting us by our first names 5.Class is hands-on and interactive with peers 6.Extremely well-organized with expected timelines 7.Provide one on one support outside of class 8.Fantastic resources 9.Highly skilled and knowledgeable 10.(the digital storytelling) projects themselves This class involved a great deal of skillsets including digital photography (Picasa), digital video (iMovie, One True Media), digital audio recording (Audacity), storytelling, and more. David's skill in teaching the technology made what may have otherwise been a not so fun and challenging undertaking, a class that I will value for a very long time. Thanks, Dave read more

Dave have hired me as a sub-contractor for various flash projects over the past year. In the IT business, there are many tech educators and consultants out there and every IT person is not created equal (just like doctors). So who do you ask? Dave would be that person to call. Not only that he is knowledgeable in his field, he is honest, patient and values open communication. In addition, Dave understands this business extremely well. For example, when he hires me as a sub-contractor, he NEVER negotiates down my estimate, reason being, it is important to Dave that I'm being fairly compensated for the work that I deliver and at the same time Dave expects my very best work. To sum it up, it's been a joy working with Dave and hopefully there will be many more projects that he and I can collaborate together. I would recommend Dave and am happy to be his professional reference. read more

David Casuto has come by our home on the average of two or three times a month, serving as our computer instructor. We have also called him frequently to make emergency calls. He is very prompt in his arrival (calling if he is delayed) and responds promptly to messages. He has endeared himself to my husband lwho loves promptness. We have even looked out the window and seen him sitting in his car when he arrives a little early. We have found him to be exceptionally knowledgeable and a great teacher. He is patient, sensitive and responsive to all questions. He has helped us with computer basics as well as special projects such as making a DVD of special events, including title page, credits, etc. He has helped my husband with his digital camera. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of assistance in using a computer and its various applications. Fannie read more

Since I've been involved with David my technologically challenged self has gained confidence in trying different things on the computer including Digital Photography (Picasa and Photoshop), Word, iPhone and some digital video stuff. I always know David is just a phone call away and always has a solution for any of my tech needs. I recently told him he should rename his business "Lifeline" since he has saved me so many times from a meltdown. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is having problems navigating cyperspace and is having computer problems in general. His easy going personality makes it easy to learn from him without being intimidated by computer-ease that many nerds have. David is not one of these; he speaks clearly and makes sure you understand before he moves on. Like the other reviews here on Yelp, highly recommended. read more

So here's the most astonishing thing about this guy, Dave Casuto: he's a Tech Head who knows EVERYTHING you could ever want to learn, but he has the most relaxing, clear-spoken, friendly manner. You feel like you are engaged with an interesting and clever friend whenever you are with him. I've observed him working with people in their 80's and he never got impatient when they asked him to repeat over and over. The biggest computer mistake I ever made was hiring someone else one time when Dave was getting ready to leave for vacation. That guy had great credentials (certified by Apple) but he had a dorky personality, charged twice as much per hour, took three times longer than Dave, and made several mistakes in setting up my new iMac. My lesson was to never again trust any computer teacher/consultant other than Dave. read more

I got the job!!! I can honestly say that I owe David Casuto a huge heartfelt hug for his exceptional teaching skills. I was given an opportunity to interview for a life changing career (away from the volatile mortgage business), only hitch was I needed to know Excel and some aspects of Microsoft Word I was very unfamiliar with. In 4 short hours, David turned me into a knowledgeable pro. I was able to complete all tasks given and was offered the position at the end of the interview. David, you rock! Finding you on Craig's List has made me a believer. There is a God. I would definitely recommend David Casuto. Excellent Teacher, with the patience of a saint and the skills of a master. Worth every penny. Thanks again and best of luck. Angela F. San Francisco, CA read more

My experience with Dave goes back two or three years now. He was to be teaching a digital photo class, and I called him to find out if it would be appropriate for me. Since I had a specialized need, he suggested giving me a private consult in my home on my computer. The cost of two hours at my house was no more than the cost of the course, and it was focused on me and my computer. I then learned that through Senior Surf, he specializes in older folks, of which I am one. I have benefited by many visits now, on a whole host of needs, and have heartily recommended him to a number of my friends. He is knowledgeable, is always upbeat and supportive, and works with you to find the solutions. He is infinitely patient, and fun to be with. Call him! read more

I got the job!!! I can honestly say that I owe David Casuto a huge heartfelt hug for his exceptional teaching skills. I was given an opportunity to interview for a life changing career (away from the volatile mortgage business), only hitch was I needed to know Excel and some aspects of Microsoft Word I was very unfamiliar with. In 4 short hours, David turned me into a knowledgeable pro. I was able to complete all tasks given and was offered the position at the end of the interview. David, you rock! Finding you on Craigslist has made me a believer. There is a God. I would definitely recommend David Casuto. Excellent Teacher, with the patience of a saint and the skills of a master. Worth every penny. Thanks again, David and best of luck. read more

Signed up for David Casuto's Digital Photography class through the Extended Learning program for seniors when I got my first digital point & shoot camera. I didn't feel comfortable using the camera with all it's switches and dials. In the class, we learned the basics: Camera features, composition, using the computer, how to save, transport, copy and print and more. We each opened a web site for our photos. Most were novices: The brand and age of each student's digital camera was different but he was able to answer the numerous questions. He never made us feel a question was stupid. He is a wonderful teacher and it was well worth the time and money to attend Dave's introductory class. read more

I first took a class on Social Media from Dave through the SF State Extended Learning Program. As a marketing exec, I understood the strategy of Social Media usage but not the 'nuts & bolts' of it. Dave definitely broke it down so that it was simple to understand & utilize the different options, which really helped my understanding of how to integrate them into an overall marketing strategy. I took a second, digital photography editing class from Dave, which was also excellent. Dave is knowledgeable, professional - yet friendly and warm and unbelievably patient. I plan on taking his Website Design class next - I would highly recommend him for any of your computer/online needs! read more

I've been a professional graphic designer for eons and have designed and produced a ton of books and a ton of direct mail pieces -- but all in the old fashioned way! I've had a computer for a long time, but had never used it to design and produce anything from the ground up. Last year I was asked to design and produce a calendar totally electronically. YIKES! Fortunately, Dave came into my life at just the right moment and made it all possible. I had a fabulous time learning from him, and my client was pleased with the result. So pleased that he wants a calendar for 2009. Guess who I'm gonna be calling upon very most soon? Yes, you guessed right. David Casuto is the best. read more

David Casuto is the computer professional we'v e all been waiting for. I've been to two of his six-week classes, I've engaged him to set up a highly-rated PowerPoint presentation for me, and he's helped this two-computer family out with problems at home several times. He explains the concept behind what he's doing, he knows intuitively whether you just want him to do what needs to be done OR whether you what to learn, yourself, what to do. He comes when he says he's going to, he doesn't waste time but he doesn't rush, his fees are very reasonable. And best of all, he's engaging, he's personable, and he's the oppositive of a nerd stereotype. You can't go wrong! read more

David Casuto is the computer professional we'v e all been waiting for. I've been to two of his six-week classes, I've engaged him to set up a highly-rated power-point presentation for me, and he's helped this two-computer family out with problems at home several times. He explains the concept behind what he's doing, he knows intuitively whether you just want him to do what needs to be done OR whether you waht to learn, yourself, what to do. He comes when he says he's going to, he doesn't waste time but he doesn't rush, his fees are very reasonable. And best of all, he's engaging, he's personable, and he's the oppositive of a nerd stereotype. You can't go wrong! read more

Dave is an invaluable resource and I enthousiastically recommend him for whatever you need. I feel very fortunate to have found such a great tutor. I asked Dave to tutor me in Powerpoint so that I could pass a certification exam, and I explained to Dave how little time we had to prepare for the exam; Dave knew exactly how to get me trained and up to speed within the set time limit. The combination of Dave's deep knowledge of the subject, his superb teaching skills, and his flexability in scheduling, made the task extremely efficient and rewarding for me. If I ever have a computer training need in the futre, Dave will definitely be my first call. read more

David has been to my home three times over the past two years, and it feels like I have definitely found my tech guy. I've had both soft- and hardware issues and David is a superb master and trouble-shooter at both. He also teaches me things as he goes along, all in an easy-to-follow style for a not-so-tech-savvy person like me. Couple David's skill and speed with an exceedingly personal and easeful style, and you will have gotten your money's worth. Also, after fixing my problems, David helps me out with small adjustments to my most used applications, which always make my online experience more fun and easy. I feel like I've struck gold! read more

Dave is a great teacher and all around resource and computer consultant. I took a website design class from him and it was very informative and fun. He is obviously very knowledgeable on the subject, but keeps things fun and not too complex, for those who aren't very experienced with this sort of thing (me)! I was then able to set up my boyfriend's website without too much effort, which I definitely could not have said prior to taking the class. Dave also recently helped us redesign the website and work on some search engine optimization for the business, and he accomplished and taught us so much in just a few hours. Thanks Dave! read more

I am a little older and wanted to get back in the workforce by learning some new computer skills. I found Senior Surf (Dave's company) through a local agency and really lucked out with this discovery. Dave has a real talent for working with people who are new to any topic, really breaking down information making it easy to understand and take in, without all the techy mumbo jumbo. He's also very nice, always on time, dependable and easy to get along with. He has taught me Word, Excel, PowerPoint and some Outlook and it has helped me tremendously both personally and professionally. Next stop Photoshop and Web design! read more

I learned about David's computer tutoring services from his other business doing a photo montage slideshow for my daughter's wedding (my wife actually hired him). We hired him to do this techy stuff, because we were pretty ignorant in the ways of technology. So i hired David to show me PowerPoint to help teach my classes (I am economics professor). I was amazed how quickly i learned it and now know how all the pros do it! David is an excellent teacher, very patient, knowledgeable and alway reliable. I am going to write a review for Multimedia Memoirs right now (I am new to Yelp and these are the first two reviews!) read more

I have used San Francisco Comp Training and their affiliate for seniors, Senior Surf Computer Education for several years and cannot say enough good things. I have used them for tutoring on topics big and small (Office, Adobe projects) and lots of tech support needs (I am a senior, so things are over my head sometimes). I live at the Carlisle and they are a household name here. They hold classes here sometimes and do lots of private sessions for the residents, and the owner David is professional. patient, dependable and very knowledgeable. Happy to recommend them to the Yelp community. read more