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Getting StartedGeneral
What is Competitive Programming? A Complete Beginner's Guide
Discover what competitive programming is, why it's valuable for your career, and how to get started on your journey to becoming a better problem solver.
BeginnersCareerCompetitive Programming
Jan 28, 2025
10 min read
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Interview PrepGeneral
15 Tips for Technical Interviews That Actually Work
Practical, battle-tested advice for acing coding interviews. From problem-solving strategies to communication tips that impress interviewers.
InterviewCareerTips
Jan 27, 2025
12 min read
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Getting StartedGeneral
Why Every Developer Should Try Competitive Programming
Explore the surprising benefits of competitive programming: faster thinking, better code, and skills that transfer directly to your day job.
CareerCompetitive ProgrammingSkills
Jan 26, 2025
8 min read
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Interview PrepGeneral
How to Prepare for FAANG Technical Interviews in 2025
A strategic roadmap for landing your dream job at top tech companies. Covers what to study, how to practice, and what interviewers really look for.
FAANGInterviewCareer
Jan 25, 2025
15 min read
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Interview PrepGeneral
10 Common Technical Interview Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Learn from others' failures. These are the most common mistakes candidates make in coding interviews and exactly how to avoid them.
InterviewTipsCareer
Jan 24, 2025
9 min read
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ArraysEasy
Two Sum Problem: Multiple Approaches Explained
Learn how to solve the classic Two Sum problem using brute force, hash maps, and two-pointer techniques. Perfect for interview prep.
ArraysHash MapsInterview Prep
Jan 15, 2025
8 min read
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Binary SearchMedium
Master Binary Search: From Basics to Advanced Patterns
A comprehensive guide to binary search algorithms, covering standard search, rotated arrays, and finding boundaries.
Binary SearchAlgorithmsSearch
Jan 10, 2025
12 min read
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Dynamic ProgrammingMedium
Dynamic Programming for Beginners: Memoization vs Tabulation
Understand the fundamentals of dynamic programming with clear examples and when to use memoization vs bottom-up approaches.
DPAlgorithmsOptimization
Jan 5, 2025
15 min read
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Interview PrepGeneral
10 Essential Tips for LeetCode-Style Technical Interviews
Practical advice from experienced developers on how to approach coding interviews, manage time, and communicate effectively.
InterviewCareerTips
Dec 28, 2024
10 min read
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GraphsMedium
Graph Traversal: Deep Dive into DFS and BFS
Explore depth-first search and breadth-first search algorithms with visual examples and implementation details.
GraphsDFSBFS
Dec 20, 2024
14 min read
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Computer ScienceGeneral
Understanding Time Complexity: Big O Notation Explained
A beginner-friendly guide to analyzing algorithm efficiency and understanding Big O, Omega, and Theta notation.
ComplexityBig OAlgorithms
Dec 15, 2024
11 min read
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ArraysMedium
Master the Sliding Window Technique: Pattern Recognition Guide
Learn how to identify and solve sliding window problems efficiently. Includes common patterns and practice problems.
ArraysTwo PointersPattern Recognition
Dec 10, 2024
13 min read
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TreesMedium
Complete Guide to Tree Algorithms: Traversals, Construction, and More
Comprehensive coverage of tree data structures, including DFS, BFS, tree construction, and common interview problems.
TreesDFSBFS
Dec 5, 2024
16 min read
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System DesignHard
System Design Basics: Building Scalable Applications
Introduction to system design principles, covering load balancing, caching, databases, and distributed systems fundamentals.
System DesignArchitectureScalability
Nov 28, 2024
18 min read
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BacktrackingMedium
Backtracking Algorithms: When and How to Use Them
Deep dive into backtracking algorithms with examples including permutations, combinations, and constraint satisfaction problems.
BacktrackingRecursionAlgorithms
Nov 20, 2024
14 min read
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