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Technology Made Simple 59 implied HN points 12 Oct 22
  1. The recursive function template provides a step-by-step guide to solving recursive problems, helping you avoid overwhelm and work through coding challenges smoothly.
  2. The template includes key components like checking termination cases, processing outcomes, handling recursive cases, and resetting side effects, making problem-solving structured and manageable.
  3. Isolating recursion into helper functions improves code organization, and future Technique Tuesdays may cover the power of helper functions in depth.
Technology Made Simple 59 implied HN points 21 Sep 22
  1. The problem involves finding the longest substring with the same repeated character after replacing some characters. It's about choosing characters and performing operations.
  2. The examples illustrate how to approach the problem by changing characters in the string according to the constraints given.
  3. Constraints include the length of the input string, the character constraints in the string, and the limit on character replacements.
Technology Made Simple 39 implied HN points 09 Nov 22
  1. Brain teasers in interviews may seem simple but can be tricky to solve because of their deceptive simplicity.
  2. When stuck on a problem, look for something familiar to latch onto and analyze it in depth to gain clarity on possible solutions.
  3. Talking out loud about the problem can help make connections, leading to better problem-solving and understanding.
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Technology Made Simple 39 implied HN points 23 Aug 22
  1. The newsletter shared a fun math problem that doesn't require advanced knowledge, great for problem-solving practice.
  2. The author offered a limited-time 50% discount to celebrate almost 50 questions completed in the newsletter.
  3. There was a special request for readers to fill out a form to recommend the newsletter to Substack for more visibility.
Technology Made Simple 39 implied HN points 08 Jun 22
  1. Analyzing inputs and breaking down problems into different cases can help in solving coding problems more effectively.
  2. Practicing the technique of case-by-case analysis can improve problem-solving skills, especially in software engineering and Leetcode questions.
  3. By breaking down complex problems into easier subproblems and solving them individually, one can pick low-hanging fruit, find clearer next steps, and get hints on solving harder cases.
Technology Made Simple 39 implied HN points 26 May 22
  1. Identifying a 'celebrity' in a group where everyone knows them but they know no one involves a logic puzzle with time complexity considerations.
  2. A key to solving the 'celebrity' problem efficiently is using the 'knows' method and a strategy to identify the person in O(N) time.
  3. Engaging with the author's content can involve liking posts, participating in surveys, or supporting them via Substack features.
Technology Made Simple 39 implied HN points 21 Apr 22
  1. The problem discussed involves finding safe nodes in a directed graph where every path from the node leads to a terminal node. It's important to identify safe and terminal nodes in the graph.
  2. The solution to the problem should return an array of safe nodes sorted in ascending order. It's crucial to sort the output for easy analysis and comparison.
  3. By focusing on graph exploration techniques like reachability and cycle detection using DFS can help in solving similar problems efficiently. These techniques are essential for navigating through complex graphs.
Technology Made Simple 19 implied HN points 08 Aug 22
  1. Finite State Machines (FSMs) are like directed graphs that help in understanding the flow of a program. Nodes represent states and edges show reachable states.
  2. FSMs are useful for filtering input based on rules and when a system is defined by a set of conditions, like in Regex applications.
  3. Mastering FSMs involves patience, practice, and hands-on coding of theoretical concepts to understand and implement them effectively.
Technology Made Simple 19 implied HN points 06 Jul 22
  1. The problem describes a scenario where a robot moves on an infinite plane following specific instructions and determines if it remains within a circle.
  2. The instructions for the robot include moving one unit forward, turning left or right by 90 degrees, and endlessly repeating those instructions.
  3. By understanding the movement of the robot based on the given instructions, it is possible to determine if the robot stays within a circle on the plane.
Venture Prose 0 implied HN points 22 Oct 15
  1. Revolution in online academic support includes interactive videos and engaging content to make learning fun and effective for students.
  2. There is a significant demand for academic help, with over 40 million private lessons given annually in France.
  3. Platforms like Schoolmouv.fr are innovating by providing high-quality video lessons to students for autonomous learning, aiming to become a leader in the field in Europe.