Algorithm

This site is composed of notes for algorithm problems I solved, mainly on LeetCode (opens new window).

What is an Algorithm

An algorithm is a sequence of steps, which solves a problem when carried out in order.

Why I Am Doing This

While most people do LeetCode to find a (better) job, I do it for multiple reasons: review my algorithm knowledge, improve coding skills, and of course be ready to find a CS job.

Languages

Now I use Python3.

Java

As SN once told me Java is better to explain the underlying data structures than Python, I tried it for a while, until I realized that I cannot tolerate its verbosity anymore.

C++

I can read many solutions in this language. However, C++ is known for a steep learning curve, and I don't think I have enough time and motives to embark on such a journey.

Python 3

My officially first programming language is Python 2, from which I learned if, for, while, simple but useful data structures like list and map, and finally even a little OOP before learning Java. Several years later, Python 2 is extinct and Python 3 inherits the simplicity and elegance.

Thus, now I am using Python 3 to solve algo problems.

Blog Structure

Following is the structure for each blog:

• picture or link of problem
• code snippet/driver code if any
• solution
  • state the brute force solution
  • elaboration of algo
  • time&space complexities
  • code (the boilerplate class Solution: is ommited)
• follow up or note if any

Coda

This is about this site if you are interested.

This is glossary if you don't get some abbreviations.